Special Procedures Technologist

Job Summary City/State: Nyack, New York. Department: Diagnostic Radiology. Bargaining Unit: NH-CWA. Work Shift: Day. Work Days: Days vary, weekends, and holidays. Scheduled Hours: Day. Scheduled Daily Hours: 10.5 hours. Hours Per Pay Period: 40. Hourly Rate: Starting at $47 per hour. CT/Special Procedures Technologist: Operates computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table, using supportive devices to obtain precise patient position and following protocols specified by the radiologist. Administers contrast media orally and/or intravenously. Enters data such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data into computer, using knowledge of radiologic technology and computed tomography. Starts CT scanner to scan designated anatomical area of patient. Talks to patient over intercom system and observes patient through window of control room to monitor patient safety and comfort. Views images of organs or tissue on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures. Evaluates radiographs and computer-generated information for technical quality in PACS. Special procedures: Operates diagnostic imaging equipment to produce contrast-enhanced radiographs of blood vessels to aid physician in diagnosis and treatment of disease. Positions patient in examining position, using immobilization devices such as head or shoulder braces. Operates fluoroscope to aid physician to view and guide wire or catheter through blood vessel to area of interest. Fills automatic injector with contrast media, sets flow rate, and activates injection of contrast media into blood vessels as directed by physician. Monitors video display of area of interest and adjusts density and contrast to obtain optimum exposure. Starts filming sequence. Reviews all images for QA in PACS. Essential Functions General contacts include patients, physicians, nurses, visitors, and other departments within the hospital. Job provides no direct direction. Environmental demands: radiation exposure hazard controlled; exposure to infection and disease. Essential physical and cognitive demands: on feet most of day; lifting and positioning patients; moving heavy mobile equipment. Participates in activities supporting the mission of the hospital. Demonstrates required technical and professional knowledge, skills and abilities: competence in all exams performed, calculates scans and contrast usage, consults with radiologist, performs special radiographic examinations, critiques images in PACS, operates equipment for image transfer, prepares x-ray room, instructs patients, monitors patient condition, applies radiation safety requirements, interacts professionally, completes work before clocking out, follows ARRT/ACR standards, sets up sterile tray and injector, safely handles equipment, completes IV contrast screening forms, wears ID, uses punch time system, attends in-services and education days, attends departmental meetings, participates in quality improvement activities, rotates as required, and communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital. Qualifications Associate Degree required. One year general radiographic experience required. One year CT experience required. ARRT certification required upon hire; ARRT-CT within 180 days. Radiologist license from New York State Dept. of Health required upon hire. BLS certificate required within 90 days. IV certification training available on-site within 90 days. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Montefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, lay off and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law. #J-18808-Ljbffr 2300 Montefiore Nyack Hospital