CT Technologist - WCINYP( Part- Time)

Position Summary

Under general guidance, operates computed tomography to assist in the safe and efficient diagnosis and assessment of patient conditions, in accordance with established procedures

Job Responsibilities

• Greets registered patients at time of visit and triages patients through the patient flow process. Checks schedules and accompanies patients to exam/procedure room. Assists patients as needed with walking, transfers, dressing and preparing for exam.
• Reviews and verifies patient identity, history and requisition for exam to be performed.
• Takes appropriate scans to determine areas of possible pathology. Modifies testing parameters, under direction, to ensure accurate imaging.
• Performs computed tomography scan of patient as requested by clinical requisition. Explains procedure to be performed to patient prior to scan and answers any questions throughout scan.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice using established department procedures/protocols.
• Processes and archives images in accordance with established procedures.
• Ensures patient safety is maintained at all times.
• Responsible for maintaining a sterile environment. Ensures standard infection control precautions are observed.
• Assists current and new employees in the use of systems/equipment and departmental policies and procedures.
• Recognizes problems/malfunctions of equipment and may assist in making minor adjustments. Monitors appropriate service action by outside contractors. Performs preventive maintenance on equipment in accordance with established procedures.
• Maintains inventory of supplies, equipment and/or reagents. May order supplies/equipment/reagents as authorized or ensure that needs are escalated appropriately. Receives supply orders and confirms accuracy of delivery. May assist with cost control.

Education

High School Diploma

Experience

Approximately 2 years of experience working as a CT technologist.

NYS Intravenous Contrast Administration certification can be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Graduate of approved school of radiography.

Licenses and Certifications

• Current, active and unrestricted New York State License in Radiographic Technology (R).
• ARRT (CT) Certification; required to obtain within 6 months - 1 year of hire date.
• NYS Intravenous Contrast Administration Certification- required to obtain within six months of hire date.
• BLS Certification (issued by the American Heart Association)

Working Conditions/Physical Demands

This position requires the occasional lifting of equipment and patients