PRN CT Technologist

Southeast Health•Dothan, AL

21d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist performs CT scanning examinations, contributing to the efficient operation of the department and promoting the philosophy of Southeast Health, to ensure the quality and continuity of patient care. This role involves managing all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information, following safety and infection prevention policies, and adhering to hospital-wide Radiation Policy and rules set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control. The technologist is responsible for reviewing each examination for technical accuracy, presenting completed examinations to the radiologist, and communicating pertinent data to the patient's care team. Additionally, the role requires accurate documentation using the PACS System and correct charging of patient accounts in the computer system. The technologist must demonstrate the ability to perform all exams in the department and ensure their own competency. Point of Care testing for Creatinine is also a responsibility.

Requirements

Registered as a CT Technologist by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within two (2) years of hire date
Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology.
CPR
Basic typing and computer skills.
Experience in operating personal computers in a Windows environment.
Customer service oriented.
Annual completion of competency requirements.

Nice To Haves

Registered as a CT Technologist by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Completion of an undergraduate degree

Responsibilities

Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel.
Follows Southeast Health Center’s safety guidelines for self, patients, visitors, and employees.
Follows Southeast Health Center’s infection prevention policies.
Independently handles communications in a manner, which decreases conflict.
Is familiar with and follows hospital wide Radiation Policy and rules set forth by the Alabama Department of Public Health Division of Radiation Control
Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to radiologist and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
Uses the PACS System in documenting correctly and accurately patient information to insure the quality of patient care.
Uses the computer system correctly in charging the correct patient account with correct exams and supplies.
Demonstrates the ability to perform all exams in the department. Has taken the initiative to insure one’s own competency with each exam.
Performs Point of Care testing for Creatinine