Radiology Technologist, CT

CASS REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER • Harrisonville, MO

59d

About The Position

To assist in patient care by providing high quality imaging services efficiently. Under the direction of the Medical Imaging Director and Radiologist, safely performs CT examinations, radiography, fluoroscopic and moderately invasive procedures, including surgery, emergency, pain management and portable radiography within the guidelines established in the policies and procedures manual. Works in accordance with JCAHO, state and other regulatory or accreditation agencies.

Requirements

• Patient care
• Patient satisfaction
• Sterile technique
• Equipment function
• Exam and positioning safety
• Radiation safety
• Quality control
• Ability to effectively, efficiently and safely use various types of radiography and CT equipment, up to and including DR, C-arm, RIS, EMR, PACS
• Proper image techniques
• Troubleshooting
• Graduate of an accredited program by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program, American Medical Association or other accrediting agency
• American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) certification and BLS required
• CT registry or registry eligible with completion of examination within 6 months of hire to maintain employment
• Minimum of one year experience preferred in Diagnostic Radiology and CT and/or completion of accredited Radiology program with clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing high quality imaging services efficiently
• Safely performs CT examinations, radiography, fluoroscopic and moderately invasive procedures, including surgery, emergency, pain management and portable radiography within the guidelines established in the policies and procedures manual.
• Works in accordance with JCAHO, state and other regulatory or accreditation agencies.
• Responsible for providing recommendations regarding policies and procedures associated with the job’s purpose and essential responsibilities.
• Determine if image quality is diagnostic
• Verify contrast dosage while working under approved protocols and supervision of the Radiologist
• Reviews physician orders vs diagnosis/reason for exam to ensure patients receive the right test at the right time.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed