Tech - CT

CT Technologist

Performs a variety of Computed Tomography (CT) procedures for the diagnosis of disease; provides appropriate care and service to patients of all age specific group. CT Technologist exercises independence, ingenuity, and initiative while performing the exam. Assume responsibility for the preparation, monitoring, care, and safety of the patient.

Qualifications:

• One-year experience in a Hospital or clinical environment.
• Previous training involving all age groups, neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric.
• Skilled in Siemens CT equipment, 16 and 64 slice.
• ARRT/CRT in X-RAY and CT.
• Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association certification required.

Essential Functions:

1. Perform all routine aspects of CT procedures including start up procedures, test scans. Programs selection, media injections, filming, and exam processing.
2. Effectively monitor patient safety at all times. Interview patient prior to the CT exam. Potential problems are discussed with radiologist if necessary.
3. Monitor equipment to ensure the CT environment is safe and all systems are in proper working order. Report any potential or actual problems to the Director of Radiology in a timely manner.
4. Perform tasks such as lifting, positioning, and transferring patients on/off exam table.
5. Accurately explains the CT procedure to the patients ensures patient comfort while on the scanner, assures positioning of the patient and successful completion of the exam or the radiologist protocol. Work closely with the CT radiologist taking suggestions, changes, additions or corrections to procedures by CT radiologists.
6. Operates complex radiographic equipment for purposes of obtaining standard diagnostic x-rays, positions patients utilizing various immobilization devices such as sponges and sand bags are required, selects proper technical factors.
7. Completes standard consultation form and maintains accurate records of all procedures in logbook.
8. Cleans and maintains orderliness in assigned area; maintains adequate supplies. Notifies Director of Radiology of any shortage.
9. Adheres to appropriate universal precautionary measures as outlined in the infection IIP program.
10. Develops x-ray films utilizing automatic equipment.
11. May participate in formal teaching programs and in-service education classes as required.
12. Performs other related duties as required such as orienting new personnel to department procedures.

This opportunity offers the following:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Growth and Development Opportunities within UHS and its Subsidiaries
• Competitive Compensation

About Universal Health Services:

One of the nation's largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World's Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America's Largest Public Companies. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.

EEO Statement:

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.