Computed Tomography Radiologic Technologist

SUMMARY: Performs CT exams and operates the CT Scanner, in addition to performing routine diagnostic radiology procedures. Provides CT services to patients of all ages, including: infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. Brown University Health employees are expected to successfully role model the organization's values of Compassion, Accountability, Respect, and Excellence as these values guide our everyday actions with patients, customers and one another. In addition to our values, all employees are expected to demonstrate the core Success Factors which tell us how we work together and how we get things done. The core Success Factors include: Instill Trust and Value Differences Patient and Community Focus and Collaborate RESPONSIBILITIES: Performs CT exams on patients of all ages, to include: Infants Children Adolescents Adults Geriatric Demonstrates ability to perform all types of CT exams, based upon established protocols, to include but not limited to: Head Abdomen Pelvis Sinus Neck Chest lumbar spine Completes Contrast Material Questionnaire to identify prior history of contrast reaction. Demonstrates ability to prep patients, start an IV, and administer contrast for: children adolescents adults geriatric Demonstrates ability to set up and utilize immobilization devices for: infants children adolescents adults geriatrics Sets up and operates Power Injector. Establishes and selects the proper protocol. Demonstrates ability to manipulate when necessary, the PRE set protocols to fit the Radiologists ' requests. Demonstrates ability to perform special reconstruction and segmentation. Demonstrates ability to operate Film Laser Camera Sets up oxygen and suction, as needed. Demonstrates ability to use Teleradiology, PACS, and RIS systems Schedules patients and ensures preps are distributed. Assists radiologists with abscess drainage and needle biopsies. Demonstrates ability to place service calls. Demonstrates ability to film exams and create CDs as requested. Performs non-routine views, as necessary. Maintains current CPR certification. Demonstrates ability to perform all daily functions within CT independently, without a second Technologist, if necessary. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Qualifications: High school graduation or equivalent required., ARRT (R,CT) registered with current State of RI Radiographer License and current State of Rhode Island Diagnostic Computed Tomography License or ARRT (CT) with current State of Rhode Island Diagnostic Computed Tomography License. At least 3 months experience performing routine diagnostic radiology or CT exams. Current CPR certification. Physical Requirements: Must be able to sit 7 or more hours, stand/squat 1-3 hours, walk 3-7 and lift 10-35 with good body mechanics. Moderate twisting and frequent bending required. Must be able to use both hands and wrists with frequent fine motor movement and moderate repetition. Near vision must be accurate at 20/20, far vision 20/40 and accurate depth perception with minimal color discrimination. Must hear whisper at three feet.

Pay Range:

$39.56-$65.28

EEO Statement:

Brown University Health is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and maintaining a work environment free from all forms of unlawful discrimination and harassment.

Location:

Newport Hospital - 11 Friendship Street Newport, Rhode Island 02840

Work Type:

as needed

Work Shift:

Variable

Daily Hours: 

Per Diem - As required

Driving Required:

No