Cat Scan Tech

Job Summary

The CT technologist will demonstrate professionalism and service excellence when performing various tasks. This role is vital in ensuring high-quality patient care and maintaining efficient workflow in the CT department.

Key Responsibilities

• Obtain necessary medical, surgical, and radiological supplies for specific procedures according to established protocols.
• Maintain sterility of field and instruments.
• Correctly prepare requisitions.
• Communicate with patients and families before, during, and after procedures to alleviate anxiety while maintaining privacy and dignity.
• Adhere to all HIPAA regulations and respect patient privacy.
• Verify patient identification according to AHS policy.
• Observe patient's condition before and after contrast injections and report any sudden changes to nursing staff and Radiologist.
• Ensure availability of medical records, previous reports, labs, and patient history.
• Initiate emergency response in case of complications.
• Maintain adequate linen, contrast media, and biopsy/drainage supplies in each scanning room.
• Adhere to room assignments (CT 1, 2, and 3) and assist in maintaining the CT storeroom and outside inventory.
• Participate in daily inventory and stocking of supplies.
• Notify Lead of expired or soon-to-expire equipment or medications.
• Clean and inventory supplies; participate in routine cleaning of the CT gantry, table, and peripheral equipment after each use.
• When assigned as Point, triage procedures according to the daily schedule and ensure timely coordination of all emergency and unscheduled procedure requests.
• Assign staff to ensure efficient workflow while maintaining an environment of patient safety.
• Communicate with all departments and floors regarding patient status and ensure immediate patient transport post-procedure.
• Assist in performing routine procedures and assess patient ability to tolerate contrast.
• Screen for allergies/medication incompatibilities.
• Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of the working area and notify Coordinator or Lead of equipment malfunctions.
• Maintain QA/QC requirements for daily, monthly, and ACR specifications.
• Recognize unusual conditions in the operation of equipment and alert appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions.
• Adhere to venipuncture and power injector protocols.
• Notify the radiologist of any unusual findings to provide the optimum care for the patient.

Location

This position is based in the vibrant community of Morristown, NJ, offering a great work-life balance and a supportive team environment. Join us in providing excellent healthcare services to our community.

Schedule

Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7pm to 8am. Overnight call included. Candidates must be available to start ASAP.