Radiology Tech - CT Trainee Program
About The Position
Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences, Patient and Community Focus, and Collaborate. This role involves enrolling in didactic training or completing MDIC training manuals to understand CT technology, physics, patient care, and safety procedures. It also includes studying anatomy, physiology, and pathology to recognize normal and abnormal imaging results, and gaining proficiency in using CT software and equipment. The trainee will participate in clinical rotations under the supervision of certified CT technologists, assist in patient preparation, operate CT machines, maintain patient records, set up imaging rooms, and execute paperwork and Radiology Information System functions. Additionally, the role involves setting up trays utilizing sterile technique, performing time out, preparing contrasts, assisting physicians, and starting and maintaining intravenous (IV) access. The trainee will learn and practice appropriate patient care techniques, assist in patient positioning, monitor patients, and interact collaboratively with other departments. Adherence to radiation safety standards, hospital policies, and ethical standards is crucial. The program aims to develop hands-on experience in operating CT scanners, troubleshooting, optimizing image quality, and interpreting basic CT scans. A key requirement is to agree to take the ARRT exam in CT imaging within 90 days of program completion.
Requirements
- Must be registered and in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Must hold a current CPR certification from AHA, BLS for Healthcare Providers.
- Must have a RI state radiation license from the DOH.
- Must agree to take the ARRT exam in CT imaging within 90 days of program completion.
Nice To Haves
- 1 year experience (unless applying to the new graduate training program)
Responsibilities
- Enroll in didactic training or complete MDIC training manuals to understand CT technology, physics, patient care, and safety procedures.
- Study anatomy, physiology, and pathology to recognize normal and abnormal imaging results.
- Gain proficiency in using CT software and equipment.
- Participate in clinical rotations under the supervision of certified CT technologists.
- Assist in patient preparation, including explaining procedures and ensuring patient comfort.
- Operate CT machines to acquire diagnostic images, following established protocols.
- Maintain accurate patient records and imaging documentation using two patient identifiers.
- Sets up the imaging room to coincide with the examination being performed to include the use of proper isolation precautions when needed.
- Execute paperwork and Radiology Information System functions as necessary for each patient exam (e.g. schedule exam, complete exam, transfer images to PACS, etc.) using the Electronic Health Record.
- Sets up trays utilizing sterile technique, performs time out, prepares contrasts and assists physicians in performing procedures.
- Starting and maintaining intravenous (IV) access as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.
- Learn and practice appropriate patient care techniques, including assessing patient history and addressing patient concerns during the CT process.
- Assist in positioning patients correctly to capture the required images.
- Monitor patients during the imaging process for safety and well-being.
- Interacts collaboratively with all departments and units to coordinate patient care.
- Identifying, preparing, and/or administering medications as prescribed per protocol.
- Adhere to radiation safety standards, including the safe use of CT equipment and ensuring ALARA.
- Follow hospital and department policies regarding patient confidentiality and ethical standards in healthcare.
- Gain hands-on experience in operating CT scanners, troubleshooting issues, and adjusting parameters to optimize image quality.
- Learn to interpret basic CT scans, understand imaging sequences, and recognize artifacts.
- Must agree to take the ARRT exam in CT imaging within 90 days of program completion.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.
- We are invested in creating a respectful, inclusive, and equitable environment that supports the holistic well-being of our employees and their families.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
