CT Technologist

Location
Richmond VA

Job Type
Full-Time Regular

Department
CT Tech

Description

Top Client in need of CT Technologist

Job Summary

SPECIFIC ELEMENTS AND ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Demonstrates ability to obtain quality CT images of patients. Demonstrates competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.
• Complies with radiation safety guidelines for patient and self. Appropriately utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Always operates CT scanner safely and competently.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations. (i.e. Meditech) Ensure proper charges are entered and referring physicians orders are verified.
• Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.
• Prepares examination rooms for CT scan and/or invasive procedures. Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintain room cleanliness and neat appearance.
• Assist the radiologist in administering medication, contrast agents, performing biopsies and all types of care to patients.
• Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e. technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS
• Assists Facility System Administrator and CT Supervisor with PACS clean up. (i.e.: unarchived images, verifications and reporting unspecified images).
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employees and patients according to HIPAA Policy and Procedure
• Completes and maintains personal educational requirements

EDUCATION
REQUIRED: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION: (required)
Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technology
Required: ARRT - CT Technology Certification (required within 6 months of hire)
Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider

EXPERIENCE
PREFERRED: One-year as a CT technologist
WILL TAKE NEW GRADS!!!

SHIFTS:

• Overnights weekend 3x12s: Fri, Sat, Sun (7p-7a) no call
• Evening Weekends Fri, Sat, Sun 3 12s: (12p-12am) no call
• Day Shift Mon Friday (7am-3:30) yes call
• Evening weekday: Mon - Fri (3-11) yes call
• Evening weekday: Mon - Fri (3-11) yes call

SIGN ON: Yes

RELO: Yes Case by Case Basis