Rad Tech - CT - CW Radiology - Children's and Women's Hospital

USA Health Radiology And CT Technologist

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.

Responsibilities

Ability and willingness to rotate within the Radiology and CT departments as needed

May assist with training or Radiology and CT students

Performs a variety or related digital image management tasks as necessary. i.e. exceptions, annotations

Maintains competency by demonstrating a complete working knowledge of all Imaging equipment and supplies, including but not limited to CT, including CT fluoroscopy for invasive procedures, power Injector, post processing software, radiology digital fluor and diagnostic equipment, invasive procedure Supplies and/or trays in both Radiology and CT

Demonstrates proper positioning for all CT and Radiology exams, including invasive procedures

Appropriately labels patient position to reflect correct orientation or images, with use or markers in Radiology or correct labeling in CT

Uses appropriate scanning factors and protocols according to patient and body part being examined

Provides radiation protection to patient, family, staff and self, according 10 prescribed safety standards

Recognizes emergency situation's

And initiates code procedures as needed

Performs patient assessment and screening, such as allergies, potential drug interactions, and lab requirements, within the scope of practice

Reviews patient's prior imaging and history to ensure appropriate exam is ordered, consulting the Radiologist or ordering practitioner when needed Maintains aseptic or sterile technique, as appropriate, when performing invasive procedures in Radiology and/or CT

Directly assists the Radiologist during procedures in Radiology and/or CT

Prepares patient for intravenous (IV) injections: starting the IV and maintaining access

Administers IV contrast per approved protocols

Administers oral and/or rectal contrast in Radiology and/or CT per approved protocols and the order of licensed practitioner

Maintains competency in point of care testing (POCT) for creatinine/eGFR testing

Follows all CAP and CUA guidelines in the performance of point of care testing (Pocan for creatinine/eGFR testing on outpatients

Recognizes and appropriately responds to extravasation of IV contrast, ensuring proper treatment and notifying the patient's healthcare provider

For outpatients, Instructions are provided prior to discharge

Reviews CPOE and written orders checking for special instructions from physicians and consults with physicians as needed

Reviews images and consults with radiologist when pathology seen may require protocol revision

Accurately critiques images to determine diagnostic quality and adjusts factors if imaging is to be repeated

Adheres to established protocols, QA guidelines, and regulatory requirements

Performs or assists with the performance of accreditation requirements for the American College of Radiology (ACR)

Pleasantly greets patient, confirming identity using two identifiers and introducing oneself

Communicates and uses appropriate customer relation skills with patients, families, and all members of the healthcare team

Completely explains examination procedure to the patient and family, if present

Performs visual preventive safety inspections of all equipment used and communicates problems to supervisor/assistant director/director

Maintains necessary inventory of supplies, rotating stock in an orderly fashion, and eliminating outdated items

Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the department

Completes all aspects of a patient's exam, including ensuring images are available for physician review on PACS in a timely manner, charging procedures and supplies, documenting contrast usage, and documenting history or additional notes

Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection control policies and procedures

Maintains professional and technical knowledge by attending educational workshops, reviewing professional publications, and/or participating in professional societies

Completes all mandatory educational requirements in a timely manner

Accepts and completes all duties positively and without conflict

Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements

Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards

Regular and prompt attendance

Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required

Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.

Qualifications

High School Diploma or equivalent, successful completion of an approved course in radiologic technology, 1 year of experience conducting routine diagnostic procedures, and completion of an approved program in advanced modality or one year of experience in advanced modality Required

Bachelor's Degree in Radiologic Technology may substitute for up to one year of experience in conducting routine diagnostic procedures. Preferred

ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Registry in Diagnostic Radiology within 1 Year Required

Advanced registry is highly preferred and may be required for certain modalities

Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.