CT Tech

CT Technologist II

Under general to limited supervision and direction, this intermediate-level position is able to accept independent clinical and non-clinical duty assignments as necessary. The role delivers specialized cardiovascular and/or radiologic technology services to adult and/or pediatric patient populations. This is essential for aiding medical staff in the diagnosis, care, treatment, and surveillance of simple to complex conditions, defects, and/or diseases. Maintains the competencies required to perform essential duties and responsibilities of a Level I position. Utilizes intermediate-level professional knowledge, abilities, skills, and available resources to provide safe, high quality, efficient, and cost-effective patient-centric care. This care is provided under routine or emergent conditions in a variety of settings, including acute inpatient facilities, outpatient physician practices, diagnostic/urgent care centers, and remote statewide outreach clinics. Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with procedures ordered by physicians. Communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team. Identifying and implementing the actions necessary to achieve the desired clinical outcomes, operational goals, and service expectations. Utilizes a variety of highly specialized imaging equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional, and/or surgical procedures. Conducts post-procedure reviews without assistance to confirm that all required study elements are completed and documented. Ensures that technical quality is consistent with established department protocols and/or applicable accreditation standards. Transfers images and data to the appropriate archival systems, enters technical data/findings, and prepares study for reporting by physician. Performs operator-level quality control checks, cleaning, high-level disinfecting, and other user maintenance per manufacturer instructions for use and regulatory guidelines. Participates in continuing education, professional development, and research activities to maintain competencies and promote continuous improvements in care and treatments. Provides instruction and mentors less experienced members of the team. Prepares and presents in-service training pertinent to the assigned service area. Performs and/or assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as assigned. Displays skill in applying principles of cardiovascular and/or radiologic technology, medical imaging, medical terminology, positioning of patients, and medical ethics. Demonstrates ability to work as part of a team and follow instructions. Exhibits sensitivity to patients' physical and psychological needs. Maintains accurate records and works accurately with names, numbers, and codes. Can draw conclusions and make appropriate recommendations with discretion in handling confidential information. Possesses the ability to multitask and remain calm in stressful situations. Understands various operations, policies, and procedures. Communicates effectively with staff, patients, and their families. Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments efficiently. Has core to intermediate-level knowledge of normal and abnormal anatomy and physiology, as well as associated technologies and terminology. Prioritizes and completes clinical or non-clinical work assignments independently with limited direction.