Job Description

Schedule
6p - 6a rotating schedule

Department:
Medical Imaging

Looking for a CT tech that will primarily be responsible for performing CT examinations in a safe and therapeutic way. The CT Technologist is expected to deliver care to the patients of the practice, delivering quality service. CT Technologist will support in developing the service line to include policy and protocol development, ongoing process improvement, and completing program accreditation.

• Performs CT procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail.
• Performs those duties directly involved with a variety of technical procedures applying ionizing radiation for the purpose of detecting pathology.
• Regulates the equipment used to expose, develop and document via PACS imaging.
• Prepares exam rooms, equipment and necessary supplies.
• Prepares necessary documentation.
• Verifies patient identification and physician orders.
• Obtains patient history and explains procedures to patients/families.
• Observes and monitors patients.
• Responds to patient questions and concerns.
• Provides film/scan critiques as needed.
• Cleans and disinfects exam rooms and equipment.
• Enters data into the EMR and PACS system.
• Participates in quality and/or process improvement initiatives.
• Participates in the development and implementation of clinical protocols for new services and programs (i.e., TAVI, PE, Low Volume Contrast, etc.).
• Documents and reports equipment malfunctions and supply item defects.
• Understands and accepts the possibility of exposure to inside environmental conditions, such as radiation.
• Improves quality results by evaluating accuracy and quality of images; providing technical assistance; implementing new techniques, equipment, and procedures.
• Establishes and maintains a good rapport and professional relationship with fellow employees, practice staff and physicians.
• Serves as a clinical and technical resource for patients, physicians, practice staff, and technologists.
• Assess images on screen or film to ensure quality for physician interpretation.
• Provides input on protocols and procedures to Lead Technologist.
• Supports the Lead Technologist in developing and maintaining policies and procedures as needed for IAC accreditation.
• Supports data collection and protocol information necessary for accreditation.
• Completes post-processing of 3D imaging required by interpreting physician.
• Assists in training other Imaging Technologists.

Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology.
• Certification by appropriate body (ARRT) and valid Texas Radiological License.
• CT certification.
• CPR / BLS certification.
• CT experience preferred

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