Computed Tomography (CT) Tech Pool/PRN

Position Summary

Computed Tomography (CT) Tech Pool/PRN

 

Position Summary

Provides quality patient care when performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures to demonstrate anatomy for interpretation and/or intervention while adhering to radiation safety principles. 

Radiology and Diagnostic Imaging

With inpatient and outpatient services, our professional team of radiologists and radiology technicians makes sure that each diagnostic imaging test or interventional radiology procedure is performed efficiently and with your comfort in mind.

 

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Responsibilities

Essential Functions• Exercises professional judgment in performance of services and maintains a demeanor complimentary to quality care. • Delivers appropriate care while recognizing patient conditions and ensuring successful completion of procedures. • Complies with all state and federal regulations applicable to each modality. • Adheres to Orlando Health mission statements and strategic imperatives.• Assesses the patient’s physical condition and age specific needs.• Provides instructions that achieve patient cooperation and desired results.• Performs proper patient identification, acquires patient’s clinical history, and assures that the information is accurately documented.• Positions patient, equipment, associated devices and manipulates technical factors to achieve high quality images for interpretation. • Assesses diagnostic images for technical quality, proper annotation, and patient identification, ensuring that all relative anatomy is demonstrated. • Applies principles of radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others. • Comprehends and complies with Quality Control standards and participates in all Quality Control tasks.• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication administration with and without use of power injectors. • Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. • Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reaction to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.• Applies appropriate standard precautions and personal protective equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases. • Assists in supervision of student technologists and training of new technologists. • Utilizes all Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.• Ensures safety of all customers.• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines, and education requirements.

 

Other Related Functions• Maintains cleanliness of work area and equipment.• Maintains well-stocked and organized work areas.• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications

Education/Training• Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology; or• Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Licensure/Certification• Maintains current AHA BLS/Healthcare Provider certification. • Additionally, must meet one of the following criteria: o ValidAmerican Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification (R) and valid American Registry of RadiologicTechnologists (ARRT) certification (CT); or o Valid Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in (CT) within twelve (12) months of hire.

 

ExperienceNone.