PRN/Supp - CT Imaging Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

PRN/Supp - CT Imaging Technologist

* Provides courteous and efficient patient care.

* Prepares for and performs all radiographic examinations by positioning patients and adjusting equipment factors for optimum exposures.

* Transports, transfers and positions patients in a manner that is safe for the patient.

* Processes CT films and evaluates finished radiographs for technical quality.

* Maintains the cleanliness of the radiographic and associated minor equipment in accordance with infection control policies and procedures.

* Performs patient care paperwork such as logging clients, releasing and tracking films, filing and retrieving reports, answering the telephone, taking messages, and all other duties pertinent to this position.

* Follows protocol to ensure radiation safety, and quality assurance policies and procedures are met.

* Is knowledgeable of current policies and procedures regarding hospital personnel and the Radiology Department and adheres to them appropriately.

* Completes the annual mandatory training and CPR every year.

* Knowledge of emergent situations, appropriate notification of Health Care Provider, and appropriate use of on-call staff.

* Interviews, orients, trains, supervise, and conduct annual evaluations of staff to ensure the provision of quality services to residents.

* Reports and submits employee accident/incident reports to HR as soon as possible after the occurrence of the accident/incident.

Schedule

Imaging Technologist required to be available for scheduled on-call.

Expected Work Ethic Standards

* Must function independently and have flexibility and personal integrity

* Is punctual in arriving to work and uses break and lunch times appropriately.

* Is well groomed and appropriately attired for work.

* Makes appropriate independent decisions and recommendations for action when necessary.

* Is able to tactfully and cheerfully deal with patients, residents, personnel, government agencies, vendors, and the general public.

* Able to respond to emergent situations in a calm and professional manner.

* Is able to seek out new methods and principles and is willing to incorporate them into existing practices.

* Plans well in advance so that work continues with smooth transitions from one task to another.

* Complies with all of OMHC and departmental policies and procedures.

* Maintains confidentiality of patient, customer and co-worker information.

* Represents the District in a positive and professional manner.

* Is willing to work beyond normal working hours, when necessary.

* Follows all safety precautions.

* Keeps up to date on all mandatory annual training, and annual proficiency skills reviews.

* Follows up on all problems and issues brought to his/her attention in a positive and productive manner until solved

* Works productively in the absence of supervision, and makes appropriate independent decisions.

Requirements:

Schedule:

Imaging Technologist required to be available for 12 Hour Shifts plus scheduled On-Call shifts as applicable.

Required Education and Certification

* Associates degree in Technical Science, registered with the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT), and Licensed as a CT Technologist with the State of Washington.

* Current BLS upon hire and duration of employment

Essential Functions Include But Are Not Limited To: CT Technologist