Ct Specialist
US-CT-New London
*YNHH External Careers
Req #: 77607
Type: Part Time Benefits Eligible
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Overview: To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. This Position Is Responsible For And Being Proficient In All Aspects Of CT Scanning And Patient Care. Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Interventional Procedures, Body Fluids, Radiation. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities: * 1. Patient Education- Explanation Of Exam, Completion Of Intravenous Contrast Worksheet, Take Allergy History. * 2. Room Preparation, Clean Linen, Loading And Arming Of Power Injector * 3. Maintain Iv Start Proficiency Per Radiology Nurse Guidelines * 4. Provide Physical Assistance To Patients On And Off Scanner Table * 5. Facilitate Patient Flow Including Ability To Prioritize And Add-On Patients As Needed, I.E..- Inpatients, Emergency Room Patients, Urgent Outpatients From Doctors Offices * 6. Technical Expertise For Acquiring Highest Quality Diagnostic Scans Including Ability To Adjust Technical Factors For Body Habits, Patient Age And Weight. * 7. Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning. * 8. Completes, In An Accurate And Timely Manner, All Paperwork And Patient Documentation (I.E.-Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log, Pacs And Teleradiology Solutions) * 9. Accurately annotates ROIs, Measurements, Reconstructions, And Reformations. * 10. Maintaining Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care. * 11. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer?S Specification And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines. * 12. Follows All Procedures On Safe Patient Interactions And Body Mechanics. * 13. Adheres To All Safety Procedures In The Handling Of Hazardous Materials And Blood Borne Pathogens * 14. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. * 15. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit. Qualifications: EDUCATION Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D. Graduation from an ARRT approved program in radiologic technology. EXPERIENCE One (1) To Two (2) Years Experience In Ct Department Preferred. Previous Radiographic Experience Required. LICENSURE Must hold a current Connecticut State license in Radiographer. BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS Must be ARRT (R) and (CT) Registered with the exception of applicants in the cross-training program who would have 10 months after the completion of the cross-training program to obtain their advanced CT Registry.
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