STATUS: Per Diem

LOCATION: Unity Hospital

DEPARTMENT: Diagnostic Imaging

SCHEDULE: As needed, Mon-Fri (between 7 am - 5:30 pm); Some Saturdays as needed.

SUMMARY

As a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist, your ability to empathize with patients, specialized technical skills, and dedication to quality greatly enhance the overall success of imaging for diagnostic use in patient care in RRH Radiology. Performs Computed Tomography (CT) imaging and assists radiologists in performing CT Interventional procedures, obtaining images of good diagnostic quality while providing maximum comfort and safety to patients undergoing these procedures.

ATTRIBUTES

• Continuing education classes

• Excellent computer skills required

• Exceptional customer service and communication skills

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Responsible for CT scanning and interventional CT-guided procedures.

• Attends hospital and departmental meetings and in-service training.

• Maintains accountability for timely and proper service to patients during unsupervised shifts.

• Provides on-call coverage for the CT Section of Radiology.

• Maintains accountability for proper documentation of exams and related procedures utilizing the Radiant Care Connect EMR.

• Cleans, restocks, and prepares rooms on a daily basis.

• Provides excellent customer service.

• Verify patient identification with order/requisition; utilizing clinical indications to assess the appropriateness of procedure and consulting with the provider/radiologist for order verification, as needed.

• Administers IV contrast media (they must also be competency assessed on orientation and/or annually).

• Trained in PACS software: send to destinations vRad, Powershare, RAPID, etc

• Follows direct orders from the radiologist or referring provider for CT imaging and contrast administration via protocol.

• Receives verbal orders and documents appropriately in the EMR.

• Collaborates with all modalities for mutual patient flow.

• Performs transport duties as needed.

• Monitor patient status; notify nurse/physician of changes in patient condition.

• Employ ALARA principles and radiation safety based on New York State Bureau of Environmental Protection and Federal Radiation Standards.

• Appropriately maintains all CT and accessory equipment.

• Provides 3D post-processed images of good image quality.

• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Two year college degree in Radiologic Technologist in Applied Science or equivalent.

• Required Licensure/Certification Skills: NYS license in Radiologic Technology (or) must hold NYS permit and obtain licensure within six months of employment.

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification (ARRT-R) within six months of employment.

• Effective 7/16/2018 - NYS Injection Certification within six months of employment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Prior Radiologic Technologist experience preferred

• CT experience preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: M - Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects; Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.

LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS:

• R - Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• RT(R) - Registered Radiologic Technologist - New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)New York State Education Department (NYSED)

PAY RANGE: $32.00 - $44.00

The listed base pay range is a good faith representation of current potential base pay for successful applicants. It may be modified in the future. Pay is determined by factors including experience, clinical licensure date, relevant qualifications, specialty, internal equity, location, and contracts.