CT Technologist

STATUS: Per Diem LOCATION: Rochester General Hospital DEPARTMENT: Radiology SCHEDULE: Per Diem SUMMARY As a CT Technologist, your ability to empathize with patients, specialized technical skills, and dedication to quality, greatly enhances the overall success of imaging for diagnostic use in patient care in RRH Radiology. Performs Computed Tomography (CT) imaging and assists radiologists in performing CT Interventional procedures, obtaining images of good diagnostic quality while providing maximum comfort and safety to patients undergoing these procedures. ATTRIBUTES Continuing education classes Proficiency in Microsoft Office products and ability to work with various software applications. Exceptional customer service and communication skills RESPONSIBILITIES Responsible for CT scanning and interventional CT-guided procedures. Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-service training. Maintains accountability for timely and proper service to patients during unsupervised shifts. Provides on-call coverage for the CT Section of Radiology. Maintains accountability for proper documentation of exams and related procedures utilizing the Radiant Care Connect EMR. Cleans, restocks, and prepares rooms on a daily basis. Provides excellent customer service. Verify patient identification with order/requisition; utilizing clinical indications to assess the appropriateness of procedure and consulting with the provider/radiologist for order verification, as needed. Administers IV contrast media (they must also be competency assessed on orientation and/or annually). Trained in PACS software: send to destinations vRad, Powershare, RAPID etc Follows direct orders from the radiologist or referring provider for CT imaging and contrast administration via protocol. Receives verbal orders and documents appropriately in the EMR. Collaborates with all modalities for mutual patient flow. Performs transport duties as needed. Monitor patient status; notify nurse/physician of changes in patient condition. Employ ALARA principles and radiation safety based on New York State Bureau of Environmental Protection and Federal Radiation Standards. Appropriately maintains all CT and accessory equipment. Provides 3D post-processed images of good image quality.P Other duties as assigned. REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Two-year college degree in Radiologic Technologist in Applied Science or equivalent. Required Licensure/Certification: NYS license in Radiologic Technology (or) must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of employment. American Registry of Radiologic Technologist Certification (ARRT-R) within six months of employment. NYS Injection Certification within six months of employment. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Prior Radiologic Technologist experience CT experience Rochester General Health System is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran EDUCATION: LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: R - Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), RT(R) - Registered Radiologic Technologist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED) PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting. For disease specific care programs refer to the program specific requirements of the department for further specifications on experience and educational expectations, including continuing education requirements. Any physical requirements reported by a prospective employee and/or employee’s physician or delegate will be considered for accommodations. PAY RANGE: $32.00 - $44.00 CITY: Rochester POSTAL CODE: 14621 The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for a successful full time applicant. It may be modified in the future and eligible for additional pay components. Pay is determined by factors including experience, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts. Rochester Regional Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, predisposing genetic characteristics, marital or familial status, military or veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. Rochester Regional Health is an integrated health services organization serving the people of Western New York, the Finger Lakes, St. Lawrence County, and beyond. The system includes nine hospitals; primary and specialty practices, rehabilitation centers, ambulatory campuses and immediate care facilities; innovative senior services, facilities and independent housing; a wide range of behavioral health services; and Rochester Regional Health Laboratories and ACM Global Laboratories, a global leader in patient and clinical trials. It’s vision is to lead the evolution of healthcare to enable every member of the communities it serves to enjoy a better, healthier life.