CT Tech - CMH Cat Scan

Duties: Job Description: To perform routine and specialized examinations in the specialty area of CT adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. This requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the direction of a radiologist. Essential Functions: Performs procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines policies procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all ages. Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in all aspects of CT. Exhibits competency in performing and filming CT radiographic and specialized procedures. Deviates from routines when the patients condition requires it or at the request of the radiologist. Knowledgeable of invasive procedures sterile tray set up assisting radiologist catheters and guidewires orders labs and pathology tests and schedules procedures appropriately. Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure information as applicable. Follows JCAHO patient safety goals. Maintains quality care throughout the procedure. Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including hardware and software CT 1 CT 2 workstation printers. Performs reasonable trouble shooting. Checks and observes equipment for general safety maintenance and appropriate operation. Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels. Maintains clean work area checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room. Performs support functions of the Medical Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are met. Promptly processes films and paper work according to proper procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to the physicians office. Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and expedient patient care transporting patients to and from the department as required. Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the HIS STAR Radiology system i.e. number of films repeated contrast reaction exam data entry start and stop times of exam. Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA QC QI programs. Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient moving and handling issues. Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift equipment. Relationship BuildingAssumes personal responsibility for training fellow technologists/students and uses time supplies and other resources productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our patients. Shares knowledge guides and encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department protocol and procedures. Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow technologists/students fostering mutual respect and creating a productive learning environment.

Skills: Required Skills & Experience: Minimum three (3) years of applicable experience. Problemsolving skills. Ability to set priorities and organize work. Excellent interpersonal skills. Flexibility and the ability to work well with others is required. Standby call is also required. Basic reading writing oral English skills. Accountability Multicultural sensitivity Customer/patient focused Basic computer knowledge Critical thinking skills using independent judgement in making decisions. Ability to respond appropriately to customer/coworker. Interaction with a wide variety of people. Maintain confidential information. Ability to communicate only the facts to recipients or to decline to reveal information. Ability to project a professional friendly helpful demeanor. Preferred Skills & Experience: N/A

Education: Required Education: Associates Degree Preferred Education: N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: ARRT (CT) IMEA (Illinois state) Rad Tech License BLS (American Heart Assoc.) Preferred Certifications & Licensure: N/A

Schedule Notes: DAYS; 10:30AM11:00PM
Required Skills: RADIOGRAPHICPROBLEMSOLVINGSTERILEPRINTERSCATHETERS
Additional Skills: QAPATIENT CAREPROBLEM SOLVINGRADIOLOGYTHERAPEUTICMEDICAL IMAGINGMAINTENANCEDATA ENTRYARRT

Minimum Degree Required: Associates Degree (Community College MBO)
Hours Per Day: 12.00
Hours Per Week: 36.00
Languages: English( Speak Read Write )
Department:MMCI CT Scanners :
Job Category: ClinicalAllied