CT/Xray Technologist

The CT/X-Ray Technologist performs radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. This position performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis

 Day to Day

Provides clinical services according to radiology practice standards to ensure optimal department functions: 

• Demonstrates skills and knowledge in use of all CT/X-ray and peripheral equipment and performance of all CT/X-ray protocols and procedures.

•  Demonstrates technical proficiency in producing high quality scans demonstrating the requested anatomical part within the appropriate length of time for the procedure type. 

• Demonstrates a satisfactory working knowledge of PACS. 

• Reviews scans with the Radiologist as to important anatomical detail and areas of abnormalities. 

• Provides and performs training in accordance to the hospital policies and procedures, federal, state, and local regulations. 

• Assess and evaluate the trainee and provide feedback to the Radiology Manager.

Administers sound patient care practices according to department and hospital policies and procedures, to ensure the safety of the patient:

• Communicateseffectivelywithpatienttoobtainclinicalhistory/informedconsentfrompatientorpatient'scharttoassistthephysicianinoptimizingtheperformanceandinterpretationoftheexamination.

• Explainsproceduretopatients and patient’s family members.

Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition, to ensure the safety of the patients and employees:

• Checks and inspects the suite, equipment, and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards.

•  Troubleshoots malfunctions, immediately reports dangerous conditions to the appropriate person. 

• Maintains work area in a clean orderly fashion.

•  Checks stock supply levels, maintains supplies at par level and displays an effort in supply maintenance and utilization. 

• Cleans and disinfects equipment. Maintains supply of linen in the room.

Maintains quality control checks in accordance with policy requirements: 

• Participates in department QC and PI programs, follows up on all deficiencies.

•  Maintains proper sterile technique for procedures, practices aseptic techniques and always washes hands before and after each patient contact. 

• Strictly adheres to the hospital policy on body substance isolation. Always wears film badge while on duty, follows departmental procedures for badge results.

Completes ancillary tasks to ensure efficient and consistent departmental operations: 

• Consistently, accurately and legibly records the required information on the requisition. 

• Always pulls previous films, exams and reports, accurately records the required information on the film jacket and performs other file room duties as required. 

• Charges for the procedures. Performs other routine clerical duties as assigned. Inputs and verifies all data is sent and verified in PACS/RIS.

Demonstrates safety for patients, staff and self as outlined in department and hospital protocols and regulatory guidelines, to ensure the safety of the patients and staff: 

• Recognizes emergent situations and responds appropriately. Calls codes (x8585) when needed. Observes and monitors patient's vital signs. 

• Monitors medical equipment attached to the patient during the radiographic procedure.

Must Haves

Job Qualifications:

Education:

• Associates degree from an accredited institution or two-year certification program of Radiologic Technology or equivalent (including training from United States Armed Forces).

Experience:

• Preferred: Diagnostic Technologist for 3 years

License/Certification:

• La State Board of Radiological Technologist (LSRT), American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), and American Heart BLS-HCP