CT Technologist I

Base Pay Range:$33.48 - $50.22Job Description:The Supplemental CT Technologist will fill in for vacation and sick calls at various locations based on department need.Summary: To obtain the safest and highest quality CT exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established Inland Imaging guidelines and protocols.Essential Duties / Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Independently performs CT studies that meet or exceed the standards set by the interpreting radiologist(s)Follows established protocols for individual CT examinations Uses professional judgment to reconstruct images as needed to enhance study for interpretationEnsures proper radiation dose to patient and to obtain a quality examCommunicates with the Radiologist as needed to protocol exams.Prepares equipment and room for exams:Assists in the transportation of patients as neededEnsures proper contrast dosage is ready and available as neededPrepares room with sterile trays and supplies for invasive proceduresCleans exam room after each studyInterviews and assesses patient for CT examObtains detailed patient history to aid the radiologist in making a diagnosisObtains procedure consentReviews patient preparation checklist prior to procedurePerforms parenteral procedures i.e., contrast injections, IV starts/removalUses universal precautions with all patients.Tests and monitors IV sites during injections, when possible, to avoid extravasation of contrastConsistently practices sterile procedures for invasive studiesQuickly recognizes patient contrast reaction and follows accepted standards for appropriate patient care during and after reactionAlways wears appropriate PPE for study following isolation processesPhysically assists patients on or off the CT tableSafely uses hoyer lifts within manufactures guidelines when available.Communicates with patient during exam to ensure the patient does not move and to ensure patient comfort levelVerifies that orders are received and within the indication for the exam.Reviews studies post exam to check for quality and acute or urgent findings upon completion.Assures preauthorization (when needed) for exam has been obtained and if exam changes that a new authorization has been requested.Completes all exam paperworkBuilds patient exam work listPresents exam in PACS using appropriate hanging protocols.Readies the OLF (patient history form) to send study to the radiologist worklist.Changes exam codes in billing system as appropriateAppropriately codes exam for billingAdds charges for medications and contrast as appropriateRotates to other shifts and locations as needed for staffing and patient care.Troubleshoots CT equipment and reports issues to Manager and/or DirectorCoordinates patient care between technologists and clerical staff to facilitate a smooth workflowResponds to information requests from patients, scheduling, and other departments.Performs daily Quality Assurance.This position may be required to work in a hospital, urgent care or clinical setting.Performs other duties as assignedGeneral Duties and Responsibilities:Ability to maintain strict confidentiality within the Inland Imaging companies and Inland’s customers.Follows all Health and Safety policies and guidelines of Inland Imaging or its partners depending on work location.Follows all company policies including those regarding harassment, non-retaliation, discrimination, respectful workplace, and related policies.Follows all policies regarding HIPAA, non-disclosure of confidential information and company security.Honest, pleasant manner and good personal hygiene.Free of alcohol and drug abuse.Ability to access multiple worksites in a timely manner.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Detail oriented; ability to multi-task; organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.Demonstrates self-directed learning and participation in continuing education through professional journals, approved seminars, etc.Ability to consider individual needs in communication with and assessment and treatment of patients of all ages.Adheres to departmental standards and personnel policies by demonstrating professional demeanor in conduct and appearance.Follows company departmental standards and personnel policies by using good teamwork and communication skills to help identify concerns and solutions, assisting where needed to ensure a smooth functioning department.Performs other duties as required by displaying team spirit and self-growth, accepting and performing other projects and responsibilities, and requesting other projects and responsibilities.Quarterly quality assurance meeting attendance is required for this position.Attendance is a requirement for this position.Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed.Supervisory Responsibilities:There is no supervisory responsibility in this positionAdvocacy:Treats all patients with dignity and respect Provides excellent customer service Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information) Demonstrates the Inland Imaging Core ValuesShow We Care, Do The Right Thing, Maximize Individual Potential, Challenge ConventionQualifications:Education: AA Degree preferred or Military education/training equivalentAccredited Radiologic Technologist Program requiredExperience: Minimum of six months as a practicing Certified Radiologic Technologist requiredAnatomy and medical terminology preferredMedical office experience preferredUnderstanding of all procedures to be read by radiologist preferredMust agree to take call and work holidays to meet the needs of the companyLicensure: Must maintain current Washington State Certified Radiologic Technologist LicenseCertifications: Maintain current ARRT (R), (CT) CertificateMust pass ARRT (CT) boards within 12 months of Technologist being trained, working independently and signed off with a current competency checklistCurrent CPR/BLS requiredComputer Skills: Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Microsoft Office Suite; Workday; ISite; Qgenda; Web Portals, EPIC and Medicalis. Datix and/or InlandImaging Incident reports.Background Check:Must be able to pass a background check required by RCW View phone number on click.appcast.io to work with children under the age of 16, developmentally disabled persons or vulnerable adultsIn order to comply with provisions set forth in Sections 1128 and 1156 of the Social Security Act, all new employees of Inland Imaging Clinical Associates, LLC will be checked against the LIST OF EXCLUDED INDIVIDUALS provided by the Department of Health & Human Services, Office of the Inspector General (OIG). Employees must not be included on this list.Drug Test: Eligible employees must be able to pass a post-offer, pre-employment drug test.Nuvodia/Inland is an EEO employer... #J-18808-Ljbffr