XRay & CT Technologist

Radiology Partners•Moline, IL

3d•$30 - $37•Onsite

About The Position

Advanced Imaging Center, LLC is an ACR-accredited outpatient diagnostic imaging facility serving eastern Iowa and western Illinois. The XRay & CT Technologist performs computerized tomography to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention at the request of a licensed practitioner. The technologist applies best practices in CT scanning and patient care and may perform advanced exams such as CT angiography, cardiac CT, and CT colonography, depending on location. The role includes scanner quality control, schedule quality assurance, preparation and review of requisitions, patient interviews and preparation, administration of oral and IV contrast, image acquisition and quality review, documentation, and patient care from the beginning of an exam through discharge. The technologist works cooperatively with radiologists, follows radiation-protection and OSHA guidelines, and assists the radiologist during emergencies as needed. This is a full-time, on-site position in Moline, Illinois.

Responsibilities

Perform required daily CT scanner check-ups and quality-control procedures.
Perform daily quality assurance of the CT schedule to identify potential conflicts.
Manage the non-technical parts of the protocol process, including confirming patient preparation, blood work, allergies, and contraindications; following up on missing requisitions; checking requisition completeness and exam details; verifying the scheduled location, time, and day; and contacting the Customer Care Center about scheduling changes as needed.
Review requisitions to determine the appropriate study and interview patients to obtain medical history.
Prepare patients for exams, administer oral and IV contrast, use a Creatinine meter, and explain contrast benefits and risks.
Position patients, select scan parameters and exposure factors, monitor patients during scanning, and review images for quality and abnormalities.
Follow OSHA, radiation-protection, and recordkeeping guidelines; complete documentation and file notations; and perform quality-control and patient tests according to protocol.
Perform weekly emergency crash-cart quality control.
Provide excellent patient care and service by explaining exams, contrast, and positioning; using proficient IV skills; and helping reduce patient anxiety and obtain cooperation.
Track patients from exam start through discharge and ensure stat exams are processed appropriately and promptly.
Assess a patient's condition and assist the radiologist with medicines or supplies in an emergency.
Perform IV insertion as needed in accordance with OSHA guidelines.
Work cooperatively with the radiologist.