CT Technologist PRN Plus

Saint Luke's Physician Group•Kansas City, MO

About The Position

Within the radiology department, performs X-ray and CT scan procedures to support direct patient care. The position requires a minimum commitment of three shifts within a six-week period, including one weekend shift and either one minor or one major holiday shift. Call requirements are determined by the department. In a Convenient Care or Imaging Center setting, the technologist may assist with other modalities and perform other assigned duties. In a Community Hospital setting, the technologist performs CT and general radiography exams; follows aseptic technique, universal precautions, and infection-control practices; protects areas not requiring imaging; maintains required radiology documentation; and performs imaging equipment quality assurance and quality control according to established protocols. The role also provides basic bedside and supportive patient care under the direct supervision of a physician or RN; assists with stabilizing patients and managing life-support needs in collaboration with physicians and clinical staff; documents services in the medical record accurately and promptly; inserts and maintains IVs; collects laboratory samples and performs testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established procedures; and participates in QAPI activities, including accreditation preparation, surveys, and maintenance of accreditation, state, and CMS standards. The technologist may prepare patient meals.

Requirements

Associate degree required for graduating classes beginning in 2017.
Basic Life Support certification from the American Heart Association or Red Cross.
Computed Tomography (ARRT) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Registered Technologist (ARRT) credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Applicable experience: less than one year.

Responsibilities

Perform X-ray, CT, and, in a Community Hospital setting, general radiography exams.
In Convenient Care or Imaging Center settings, assist with other modalities and perform other duties as assigned.
Use aseptic technique, universal precautions, and infection-control practices.
Protect and shield body areas that do not need to be imaged.
Maintain required radiology documentation, logs, forms, and records accurately.
Perform quality assurance and quality control of imaging equipment according to established protocols and policies.
Provide basic bedside care and supportive patient care under the direct supervision of a physician or RN.
Assist in initiating care to stabilize patients and managing life-support needs in collaboration with physicians and clinical staff.
Document services provided in the medical record accurately, concisely, and promptly.
Insert and maintain IVs.
Collect laboratory samples and perform laboratory testing in accordance with CLIA regulations and established policies and procedures.
Participate in QAPI activities, including accreditation preparation and surveys and maintenance of accreditation, state, and CMS standards.
May prepare patient meals.
Work at least three shifts within each six-week period, including one weekend shift and one minor or major holiday shift; meet call requirements as determined by the department.