CT TECHNOLOGIST (PRN)

Description

The CT Technologist works with radiologists to diagnose and treat patients using radiologic imaging.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS/JOB DUTIES:

• Determine patients x-ray needs by reading request from physician; Make exposures necessary for the requested procedure.
• Prepare x-ray room prior to patient arrival; Explain procedures to patients prior to being performed. 
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to perform patient assessments, complete diagnostic testing, including, but not limited to: x-ray, portable x-ray, CT. 
• Accurately interprets physician’s scanning instructions for CT.
• Prepare and operate the CT scan equipment, positioning the patient to capture the appropriate images.
• Maintains knowledge of various methods of oxygen delivery, including the use of portable oxygen. Able to evaluate the effectiveness of oxygen and hazards thereof.
• Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors. Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure patient’s needs are met and that hospital and department policies are followed.
• Manages, operates, cleans, inspects, tests, troubleshoots, completes required QC, and operates all radiology equipment safely, correctly, and effectively.
• Administers radiology test, understands the purpose of each and the possible side effects associated with each, along with contraindications. Knowledgeable of all radiology contrast and able to assess for adverse reactions. Follows departmental policy and procedure regarding medications to reduce medication errors.  
• Maintains knowledge of radiology department computerized and manual charting, ordering, documenting, and charging of all radiology services and procedures.  
• Attends department meetings and educational in-services to maintain professional competency. Obtains appropriate hospital-specific education and training when necessary.
• Participates in department data collection and quality assurance to ensure quality patient care and safety. Participates in radiology/CT updates, internal and external quality control, proficiency testing, and performance improvement processes.
• Responds to all emergency situations within the facility and provides critical care duties or procedures required for treatment, CPR, and portable imaging and monitoring.
• Educates hospital staff when necessary. Coordinates and directs patient care to ensure that the patient’s needs are met, and that hospital policy is followed. Educates patients, families, and significant others based on identified learning needs and evaluates effectiveness of learning.  
• Adheres to all Jackson Parish Hospital policies, procedures, safety plans, and all standards imposed by regulatory organizations.
• Assist other techs as needed.
• Regular attendance and timeliness is required. Unexcused absences will not be tolerated.
• Adheres to department and hospital dress code policy and procedure. Professional appearance is mandatory.
• Performs all/any additional duties as assigned by the radiology department manager, including working over as needed or change of shift hours as determined necessary by the radiology department manager.

This description is a general statement of required essential functions performed on a regular and continuous basis. It does not exclude other duties as assigned.

TESTING PERSONNEL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Follow the laboratory’s procedures for specimen handling and processing, test analysis, reporting, and maintaining records of patient results.
• Maintain records which demonstrate that proficiency testing samples are tested in the same manner as patient samples.
• Adhere to the laboratory’s quality control policies.   
•  Be able to identify problems that may adversely affect test performance or reporting of test results, and either correct the problem or notify the appropriate supervisor.
• Document all corrective actions taken when test systems deviate from the department’s established performance specifications.
• Only perform high complexity testing under the on-site direct supervision of a general supervisor, if required by personnel qualification requirements.

Requirements

EDUCATION, TRAINING, AND EXPERIENCE:

•  EXPERIENCE: Graduate of AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
• National Board for Radiology Technology Credentialed- ARRT
• Associate or Bachelor’s Degree required
• Minimum of 2 years’ experience in multiple disciplines of Radiologic Technology preferred

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have a current license with the Louisiana State Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners 
• Current BLS certification required; ACLS and PALS preferred.
• Membership, American Society Radiologic Technologist preferred 
• Must have Computed Tomography (CT) certification.

LANGUAGE SKILLS/ REQUIREMENTS:

• Able to communicate effectively in English, both verbally and in writing. 
• Additional languages preferred. 
• Strong written and verbal skills.

SKILL REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to work alone or with minimal supervision.
• Professional/Courteous rapport with patients, families, co-workers, physicians, and visitors.
• Ability to work under and handle stress in an appropriate manner.
• Ability to work long hours between breaks and meals may be required.
• Ability to lift up to and move minimum of 100 lbs.
• Basic Computer skills

MACHINERY/TOOLS/EQUIPMENT REQUIREMENTS:

• Ability to operate and troubleshoot all radiology department equipment, including, but not limited to: Diagnostic Imaging, CT, Omni Cell, Oxygen cylinders and regulators, and a variety of supplies, extensions, and connectors associated with each of the machinery mentioned. Also, nursing call system, telephone, fax machine, copy machine, computer, and printer.