Radiology Technologist - CT Apprenticeship, full time, nights

Holland Hospital•Holland, MI

9d•Onsite

About The Position

This position will train certified radiology technologists to become certified CT technologists. All study material and the certification exam will be provided. A $12,000 sign-on bonus will be provided. The CT Technologist works under the supervision of the Radiology Manager. Responsibilities include scheduling CT examinations, receiving and reviewing patient requisitions, positioning patients for CT imaging, administering I.V. contrast media, performing computed tomography imaging examinations, discharging patients, performing miscellaneous related duties, performing the Radiology Assistant's duties when needed, and performing other duties as assigned. This position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and service appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her area.

Requirements

Associates Degree or higher education
Registered Radiologic Technologist
BLS/CPR through the American Heart Association

Nice To Haves

CT Boards preferred

Responsibilities

Schedules CT examinations
Receives and reviews patient requisitions
Positions patients for CT imaging
Administers I.V. contrast media
Performs computed tomography imaging examinations
Discharges patients
Performs miscellaneous related duties
Performs the Radiology Assistant's duties when needed
Performs other duties as assigned
Explains examination to the patient and obtains a patient history in compliance with departmental and regulatory guidelines.
Applies patient immobilization devices and gonad shielding as appropriate.
Enters patient identification information in assigned computer systems.
Selects radiation exposure and computer parameters in accordance with department protocols.
Reviews CT images to insure acceptable image quality.
Records all patient charges as scheduled by ordering physician.
Documents clinical information in computer system and other specified data as required.
Charges the procedure after performing the CT exam.
Completes appropriate consent form for performing the procedure.
Selects appropriate contrast media.
Prepares I.V. contrast administration on established protocols.
Explains and reviews contrast administration procedure consent with the patient.
Follows universal precautions in accordance to Hospital policy.
Adheres to I.V. Contrast Medication Administration guidelines as established by the department.
Cleans CT equipment and accessories.
Requests supplies from hospital stock to responsible designee.
Coordinates time of CT examination with other imaging modalities as needed.
Performs daily scanner calibration tests in accordance to manufacturer specifications.
Assists in the cross-training of future personnel.
Performs the Radiology Assistant role in the absence of personnel.
Obtains in-patient and out-patient orders from the information system.
Reviews requests for diagnosis and examination requested with interpreting physician to insure appropriate procedure is ordered.
Arranges daily work schedule to accommodate emergent and inpatient CT requests.
Follows the insurance pre-authorization requirements for payer compliance.
Works with Central Scheduling to assist in scheduling outpatient CT examinations.
Verifies indications for requested CT examinations on the daily schedule.
Coordinates CT examinations with other radiology examinations.
Manages the emergent and inpatient orders within the daily schedule.