Unregistered CT Technologist, Full Time, First Shift, West Chester Radiology

Job Description

UC Health is hiring a full-time Unregistered CT Technologist for the CT department at our West Chester Hospital. To assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans of various organs and structures of the human body. Operates with minimal supervision, uses independent judgment to determine quality of radiographs, and compliance with established protocols.

Responsibilities

Job Skills/Knowledge:

• Performs all tasks in the CT area, including, but not limited to: reviewing patient histories for completeness and assuring appropriateness of exams; positioning patients and providing them protection from ionizing radiation; appropriately uses immobilization devices to ensure patient safety and quality images; performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination/protocol for all CT exams; manipulates reconstructed images using a wide variety of available computer functions to optimally visualize desired anatomy; correctly loads and programs injectors to deliver IV contrast appropriate for each protocol

Patient Care:

• Performs all aspects of patient care, including, but not limited to: greet patients; provide care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including test explanation; verify medication reconciliation for all patients receiving IV contrast; evaluate patients for possible contraindications to contrast use; prepare and administer contrast orally, intravenously and rectally; practice asceptic and sterile technique during procedures; administer or assist in administering CPR and other emergency procedures as needed.

Radiation Safety:

• Follows standard safety protocols for personnel using radiation producing equipment.
• Properly screens all females in childbearing years as to possible pregnancy.
• Regulates technical factors on individual patients in order to reduce radiation exposure while ensuring diagnostic quality images.
• Wears dosimeters correctly.
• Acquainted with hospital policies regarding fire safety and infection control.

Performance Improvement:

• Adheres to corporate and departmental policies on time and attendance.
• Takes call as assigned, including weekends and holidays.
• Works assigned schedule and requests changes to existing schedule through lead or manager without creating OT.
• Produces a quantity of work comparable to coworkers in a reasonable amount of time.

Cleanliness/Supplies:

• Maintains the CT area through regular stocking and cleaning.
• Reports supply shortages to lead or manager.
• Uses appropriate cleaning supplies for each piece of equipment and situation.

Qualifications

• Minimum Required: Associate's Degree - Radiologic Technology.
• Preferred Degree: Bachelor's Degree - Radiologic Technology.
• Completion of JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology or an Associate of Science Degree in Radiologic Technology.
• Must be registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist.
• Hired associates will have twelve months to take and pass the ARRT CT registry and become CT certified.
• Must participate in continuing education activities in accordance to the ARRT guidelines.
• Valid Ohio radiologic license.
• Current CPR certification by the American Heart Association.
• Preferred: 1 - 2 Years equivalent experience.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE:

Must complete at least 24 hours of direct credit continuing education every 2 years.