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CT Technologist

Wellstar

Marietta, GA

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JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Administrative Procedures, American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), Anatomy, Calibration, Cell Biology, Clinical Information, Communication Skills, Computed Tomography (CAT Scan), Computer Workstations, Customer Support/Service, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Detail Oriented, Disease Treatment, Documentation, Emergency Response, Equipment Maintenance/Repair, Establish Priorities, Healthcare, Hospital, Infection Control, Medical Billing, Medical Treatment, Multitasking, Nursing, Pathology, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Phlebotomy, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Policy Development, QoS (Quality of Service), Quality Control, Quality Management, Radiation Safety, Radiography, Radiology, Regulations, System Integration (SI), Team Player, Testing, Time Management, Training/Teaching
LOCATION
Marietta, GA
POSTED
Today
How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.
Work Shift
Day (United States of America)
Job Summary
  • The shift/schedule for this role is Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 9a-9p.
  • Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
  • Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
  • Assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.
  • Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
  • Responsible for performing various technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of equipment for the diagnosis and treatment of diseases.
  • Able to independently perform job functions.
  • Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patients for the procedure.
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions
Patient Care
  • Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
  • Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
  • Follows established procedures for the administration of contrast medias safely.
  • Ensures proper patient identification and correct right/left marker usage.
  • Reviews CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
  • Responds to emergency situations and restocks crash cart and life-support equipment.
  • Assists other technologists across all modalities when needed.
  • Observes patient condition and evaluates when physician intervention is required.
  • Verifies patient identity using two unique identifiers per hospital policy.
  • Ensures patient privacy and comfort; maintains patient dignity throughout the exam.
  • Demonstrates competence in selecting appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.
  • Organizes schedule, time and priorities to ensure required activities are completed within designated timeframes.
  • Follows physicians' instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
  • Demonstrates proficiency with power injector operation.
  • Uses critical thinking skills.
  • Dialogs with patient/family.
  • Asks clarifying questions.
  • Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
  • Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time-Out process when appropriate.
  • Demonstrates and understands pre- and post-procedural care.
  • Preps the patient for the procedure.
  • Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
  • Maintains competency with venipuncture.
Equipment
  • Adjusts technique so that the patient receives the lowest possible ionizing radiation dose while maintaining image quality.
  • Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider for timely correction.
  • Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment per infection control and department cleaning schedules.
Education and Communication
  • Clearly explains exam purpose using AIDET to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation.
  • Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are addressed; notifies physician when unresolved.
  • Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.
  • Provides preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.
  • Documentation is concise, legible and uses precise terminology.
  • Reads email each scheduled workday and follows through with assignments.
  • Completes required departmental and system-wide education without prompting.
Quality Control
  • Consistently produces acceptable images as confirmed by radiologist feedback and quality audits.
  • Ensures equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and deficiencies.
  • Sends completed studies to PACS immediately and prints CDs as needed.
  • Prints and scans teleradiography studies after hours when applicable.
  • Completes all studies in RIS prior to completing them in PACS.
  • Prints teleradiography log sheet and submits to Radiologist when applicable.
Operations
  • Restocks linens and supplies and maintains cleanliness and order in the department.
  • Transports and positions patients and assists them on and off the procedure table.
  • Performs patient charging activities on the day service is rendered.
  • Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
  • Willingly provides knowledge and assistance to others on request and as time allows.
  • Performs routine clerical and support duties to ensure continuity and quality of services.
  • Keeps supervisor informed and promptly reports potential problems.
  • Maintains productivity levels equal to coworker standards.
  • Operates all workstations associated with the CT department.
  • Pushes and retrieves images from the CT console to PACS.
  • Maintains Joint Commission and regulatory standards.
  • Takes call when necessary.
  • Performs additional duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work and code of conduct.
Required Minimum Education
  • Accredited Program Radiologic Technology - Required
Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)
(All required upon hire unless otherwise stated)
  • ARRT-R Radiography
  • ARRT-CT Computed Tomography
  • BLS or ARC-BLS or BLS-Instructor
Required Minimum Experience
  • Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology - Required
  • Less than 1 year experience in CT - Preferred
Required Minimum Skills
  • Must exhibit excellent communication skills due to frequent verbal and written interactions with physicians, patients, visitors, staff and nursing personnel.
  • Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information related to job duties.
  • Able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and cooperation.
  • Must function independently and under pressure while participating actively in a team environment.
  • Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills at all times.
  • Must perform effectively in a fast-paced and stressful work environment.
  • Must be able to prioritize appropriately.
  • Must be detail oriented and able to multitask throughout a work shift.
  • Must communicate professionally with patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.
  • Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member.
  • Must comply with all hospital policies, practices, protocols and professional standards.
  • Competent in all aspects of CT, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
  • Must understand anatomy and pathology and how they affect exam quality.
  • Competent to perform all ACR and manufacturer-recommended quality control tests.
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