Flex CT Technologist

Avera Health • Pierre, SD

158d • $40 - $40

About The Position

Accountable for the proficient operations of the radiographic and CT equipment to provide clinically diagnostic images as directed by physicians. Flex staff are utilized according to the staffing needs of their department with an elevated rate of pay.

Requirements

• Associate's or certificate of completion from an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT Certification - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 60 Days.
• Ability to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties.
• Ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds.

Responsibilities

• Performs various radiology procedures accurately, efficiently and according to established standards and protocols.
• Initiates proper intervention to radiologist or referring practitioner when an exam indicates immediate attention.
• Reviews appropriate indications for exams ordered and reports inappropriate indications to supervisor.
• Provides exam data in a complete and accurate format for presentation to reading radiologist for interpretation.
• Utilizes computer systems such as PACS, RIS, HIS EMR systems and performs general clerical duties.
• Archives image data for permanent storage and appropriately sends images to radiologist group.
• Retrieves stored images from PACS or disc back-up and makes CDs successfully.
• Demonstrates an understanding of medical and legal implications and responsibilities related to the imaging reports and images to protect the patient and the organization.
• Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, and environment and infection control.
• Assists/mentors staff/student with on the job training, clinical rotations and orientation.
• Assists with analysis, collection and maintenance of records as required by department manager, Quality Improvement, Joint Commission, MDH, ACR standards, OSHA guidelines or as may be required by the facility or law.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree