Multi-Modality CT Technologist

Riverside Health System•Onancock, VA

1d•$37 - $50

About The Position

The Multi-Modality CT Technologist works in a hospital setting and performs CT and radiologic exams requested by referring physicians, following Riverside Health System policies and procedures. The role includes preparing patients and explaining exams, answering questions and addressing concerns about exam procedures and processes, inserting IVs, administering contrast injections, and completing patient and equipment screenings and technical documentation. The technologist assists radiologists with CT imaging procedures, selects appropriate protocols to obtain optimal images, and provides clinical documentation within scope of practice. The role emphasizes safe, high-quality care, adherence to ALARA principles and applicable regulatory and accrediting standards, and reporting variances. The technologist also prepares equipment, instruments, and supplies; coordinates and documents patient care; and monitors inventory to support uninterrupted services. The position requires attention to detail, organization, multitasking, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment. Call rotation and irregular shifts are required.

Requirements

Upon hire, required ARRT (CT) Registry and Radiology (R) Registry.
Upon hire, required CPR/BLS certification from the American Heart Association, American Red Cross, or American Safety and Health Institute.
Ability to be detail-oriented, multitask, stay organized, and work in a fast-paced environment.
Call rotation and irregular shifts are required.

Nice To Haves

CT experience.

Responsibilities

Perform CT and radiologic exams requested by referring physicians in accordance with Riverside Health System policies and procedures.
Prepare patients and explain exams; respond to questions and concerns about procedures and processes.
Perform IV insertions and contrast injections, and complete associated patient and equipment screenings and technical documentation.
Assist radiologists with CT imaging procedures, select appropriate protocols to obtain optimal images, and provide clinical documentation within scope of practice.
Apply safety behaviors and relevant policies, procedures, and protocols to provide safe, high-quality care and prevent or reduce harm.
Prepare equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies needed to support patient care.
Follow ALARA principles according to policy.
Adhere to applicable regulatory and accrediting standards and report variances.
Coordinate patient care and perform effective assessment, actions, and documentation.
Monitor and maintain adequate inventory of supplies and materials to prevent interruption of services.
Participate in call rotation and work irregular shifts.