CT Technologist - Health Central Imaging - CT- Per Diem- Varies

Orlando Health•Ocoee, FL

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Orlando Health – Health Central Hospital, located in Ocoee, Florida, is a 252-bed comprehensive medical and surgical acute-care facility with over 70 years of service. It offers a wide range of services including emergency care, cardiovascular and stroke care, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, and minimally invasive robotic surgery. The hospital has numerous accreditations and designations in specialty services and has received high-performing ratings from U.S. News & World Report and recognition as a Top Teaching Hospital from The Leapfrog Group. As part of the Orlando Health system, it extends its reach across Florida, Central Alabama, and Puerto Rico, committed to professional and compassionate care. Orlando Health prioritizes employee well-being with benefits that start on day one, including career-growing educational programs and flexible options to support personal passions, embodying their promise of being "Your Best Place to Work."

Requirements

Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology; or Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.
Maintains current BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida.
Additionally, must have one of the following: Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification (R); or Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification (CT); or Valid Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in (CT).

Nice To Haves

One year experience preferred

Responsibilities

Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care.
Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures.
Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality.
Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.
Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.
Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.
Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.
Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation.
Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated.
Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.
Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration with and without use of power injectors.
Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reaction to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases.
Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists.
Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
Ensures safety of all customers.
Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.
Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.
Maintains well-stocked and organized work areas.
Provides patient transport.