CT Technologist - Full Time

Orlando Health•Sebastian, FL

About The Position

Provides quality patient care while performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention, adhering to radiation safety principles. The schedule can vary and may include weekends and overnights as needed. Orlando Health Sebastian River Hospital is a 178-bed medical and surgical facility serving Florida’s Treasure Coast. It provides care in areas including emergency care, heart and vascular care, orthopedics, and surgical services.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Maintain current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Hold valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida.
Hold one of the following: ARRT certification (R), ARRT certification (CT), or NMTCB certification in (CT).

Responsibilities

Exercise professional judgment while performing services and maintain a demeanor that supports quality care.
Deliver appropriate care, recognize patient conditions, and ensure successful completion of procedures.
Comply with state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
Adhere to Orlando Health’s mission statements and strategic imperatives.
Assess patients’ physical conditions and age-specific needs.
Provide instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
Properly identify patients, obtain clinical histories, and accurately document the information.
Position patients, equipment, and associated devices, and adjust technical factors to achieve high-quality images.
Assess diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring relevant anatomy is demonstrated.
Apply radiation-safety principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Comply with Quality Control standards and participate in Quality Control tasks.
Demonstrate proficiency in contrast medication administration, with and without power injectors.
Perform venipuncture and evaluate IV access for contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Provide medical aid as required for adverse reactions to contrast medication or other emergencies.
Apply standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination.
Assist with supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
Use Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensure customer safety.
Maintain reasonably regular and punctual attendance consistent with applicable policies and laws.
Comply with Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Maintain cleanliness of the work area and equipment.
Keep work areas stocked and organized.
Transport patients.