CT Tech- CMH Cat Scan
Company: CARLE
Location: White Heath
Posted on: May 26, 2023
Job Description:
To perform routine and specialized examinations in the specialty
area of CT and diagnostic radiology, adapt procedures to obtain
specific diagnostic and/or therapeutic results; prepare patients
for examinations. This requires independent judgment to adapt
procedures to obtain specific diagnostic results under the
direction of a radiologi
Performs procedures in a manner that ensures an accurate and
complete examination within the guidelines, policies, procedures
and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned patients of all
ages.
Maintains working knowledge of equipment in order to function in
all aspects of CT.
- Exhibits competency in performing and filming CT radiographic
and specialized procedures
- Deviates from routines when the patient's condition requires it
or at the request of the radiologist
- Knowledgeable of invasive procedures, sterile tray set up,
assisting radiologist, orders labs and pathology tests, and
schedules procedures appropriately
- Obtains and documents accurate pre and post procedure
information as applicable
- Follows JCAHO patient safety goals
- Maintains quality care throughout the procedure
- Practices radiation protection through shielding whenever
possible
- Technically knowledgeable of equipment operation including
hardware and software, CT 1, CT 2, workstation, printers
- Performs reasonable trouble shooting
- Checks and observes equipment for general safety, maintenance,
and appropriate operation
- Reports equipment problems through appropriate channels
- Maintains clean work area, checks and stocks all supplies in
their specific area and verifies pertinent accessories assigned to
that room
Performs support functions of the Medical Imaging department to
ensure patient expectations and needs are met.
- Promptly processes films and paper work according to proper
procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to
the physician's office
- Maintains and coordinates patient flow to ensure efficient and
expedient patient care, transporting patients to and from the
department as required
- Promptly and accurately completes all fields in the HIS STAR
Radiology system, i.e. number of films repeated, contrast reaction,
exam data entry, start and stop times of exam
- Maintains and ensures a safe environment for patients and
personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI programs
- Demonstrates a practical problem solving approach to patient
moving and handling issues.
- Demonstrates skills to promote patient and staff safety through
appropriate use of lift equipment.
Assumes personal responsibility for training fellow
technologists/students and uses time, supplies and other resources
productively to promote responsive and cost effective care for our
patients.
- Shares knowledge, guides and encourages fellow
technologists/students with proper department protocol and
procedures
- Displays a professional attitude in the area toward fellow
technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and creating a
productive learning environment
- Completes care while conserving resources, preventing waste of
supplies
- Uses slow time to improve area appearance and accept additional
assignments such as cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file
duties
Keywords: CARLE, Champaign , CT Tech- CMH Cat Scan, Other , White Heath, Illinois
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