CT Scan Technologist
Description
Per Diem CT Scan Technologist Opportunity!
Norwalk Radiology and Mammography Center
Rate: $50.00
Must have availability to provide coverage as needed any day on a Monday through Saturday for 8 hour Day Shift.
Summary:
Provides quality care and meets customer expectations by utilizing advanced technical skills in CT imaging.
Responsibilities:
Follow ALARA principles and scans patient with appropriate exposure and minimal repeatability. Always wears radiation badge(s) to track personal exposure. Utilizes bismuth or lead shielding per established protocols. Monitors CTDI Volume to ensure appropriate dose.
Properly identifies patients by name/DOB as well as introducing himself/herself to the patient by first name. Reviews prescription for accuracy and completeness, explains procedure, answers questions/concerns and completes/initials history form. Obtains required bloodwork for GFR clearance and diabetic medication clearance for applicable patients. Verifies pregnancy status in appropriate patient population and obtains waiver as needed.
Dispenses oral contrast to patients appropriately and gives clear instructions. Reviews informed consent prior to performing venipuncture for contrast and utilizes aseptic technique when starting heplocks. Operates power injectors following manufacturer guidelines and selects the appropriate injection protocol for the specific exam. Monitors injection of contrast, recognizes infiltrations promptly and communicates with the patient throughout the exam.
Reviews prescription and protocol for appropriateness based on clinical information provided. Positions patients correctly for optimal imaging. Correct selection and proficiency in scanning established CT protocols. Covers appropriate anatomy and utilizes proper scan parameters.
Respects scheduled appointment times and communicates delays to reception staff and/or patients directly including wait times for Walk-ins. Reviews charge entry and notifies appropriate administrative staff with necessary changes. Completes charge sheet accurately ensuring the CPT4 code matches the exam performed. Starts and completes examination in ADS workflow and records required information on log sheets.
Evaluates CT images for technical quality and provides concise relevant history to the Radiologist for interpretation. Performs required post processing and/or transfers appropriate images to dedicated workstations. Ensures prior exams and reports are available for comparison. Scans accompanying paperwork, annotates contrast volume then verifies images in PACS.
Able to recognize specific psychological (ie. claustrophobia, anxiety) and/or physical needs of patients and determine when further assistance is needed. Promptly responds to contrast reactions and/or other situations which require a timely response. Documents relevant information on adverse reaction and incident forms. Able to locate and use all necessary emergency equipment (code cart, oxygen, blood pressure monitor, pulse oximeter, etc).
Follows universal precautions including the use of gloves, gowns and masks as appropriate. Cleans and disinfects CT suite between each patient (cushions, table, IV rooms). Disposes of needles and syringes in designated sharps containers, comprehends safe fill levels and seals containers appropriately for pick-up. Keeps work area and waiting room clean and tidy.
Functions as a Technologist in other modalities (X-Ray, Mammography, Bone Density) upon supervisor request and skill level. Stocks work area with laundry and medical supplies on a daily basis. Initiates equipment service requests and notifies supervisor as necessary. Able to perform quality control tests per ACR requirements and reboot/shutdown systems per manufacturer guidelines.
Required:
Graduate of an approved School of Radiologic Technology
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
CPR
Minimum of 3 years of CT experience (GE Preferred)
Computer Skills Require Able to utilize PACS, RIS systems and any other required computer programs.
Work Shift: As needed on Monday - Saturday 8 hour shifts between 6:30am - 5:00pm
EOE, including disability/vets.
We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.