Per Diem CT Technologist

5.

Reviews patient charts and requests with the Radiologist to assure the proper examination and diagnostic results are obtained. a.

Reviews patient charts checking physician orders. b.

Reviews with the Radiologist requests and charts for proper examination. c.

Communicates with patient units to assure timely transport and completion of exam request.

6.

Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations. a.

Checks all images to assure quality of exam. b.

Checks all image transfers complete and correct, using image transfer management equipment c.

Adheres to safety regulations for both patient and employee safety. d.

Checks inventory of contrast, IV supplies and paper products daily e.

Trains department personnel, including students, on how to perform a CAT Scan.

7.

Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts. a.

Reviews exam request to determine area of interest. b.

Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by the image taken. c.

Follows set department protocols for imaging area of interest.

9.

Safety Awareness – Fosters a “Culture of Safety” through personal ownership and commitment to a safe environment. a.

Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done. b.

Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications. c.

Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal read back to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order. d.

Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse manager and peers. e.

Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites. f.

Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times. g.

Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines. h.

Adheres to universal precautions. i.

Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials. j.

Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS Minimum Education - Preferred Formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program.

Minimum Work Experience Minimum of three to four (3–4) years Radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred.

One (1) year exposure or training in CT to be proficient.

Required License Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts) Required Certification BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 180 days of hire per diem - varied shifts as needed Responsibilities if Required: Education if Required: License/Registration/Certification Requirements: ACLS (AHA) Advanced Cardiac Life Support Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts), INSTRUCTOR- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH), INSTRUCTOR- Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (AHA) (Including courses offered through SSH)