FT Night Weekend CT Tech (3 - 12 hour shifts)
Company: SonicJobs
Location: Powder Springs
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
Facility: Cobb Hospital Wellstar Cobb in Austell, Georgia is
seeking a FT Weekend Night CT Technologist. The days and hours for
the position are Saturday, Sunday and Monday from 7:00p - 7:30a -
this position will receive evening, night and weekend shift
differentials; position will receive CT specialty differential. The
CT Technologist 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 a wide variety of technical procedures requiring
independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization
of equipment for the diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases. Able
to independently perform job functions. Sets up the equipment to
provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure.
*****Position is eligible for Sign on Bonus and Relocation*****
Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions: Equipment:
Demonstrates the ability to adjust technique so that patient
receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation and that
image quality is maintained. Reports problems regarding
malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider, so that
problem can be corrected in a timely manner. Cleans, disinfects and
maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and
department cleaning schedule. 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 so that no patient condition deteriorates, and
no patient suffers undue pain, due to error or poor technique.
Ensures that all studies have proper patient identification and
right and left marker are utilized appropriately. Reviews
CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and
releases patients. Responds to emergency situations and provides
for the restocking of the crash cart and maintenance of life
support equipment. Assists other technologists in all modalities
when needed. Observes patient condition and properly evaluates
situations when physician intervention is necessary so that no
patient condition deteriorates. Verifies correct identity of
patient using 2 unique identifiers prior to performing a procedure
per hospital policy and procedure. Ensures patient's privacy and
comfort is accommodated. Maintains patients dignity throughout the
exam/procedure. Demonstrates competence in the determination and
application of appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and
techniques based on the age of patients. Organizes schedule, time
and priorities so that required activities are accomplished within
designated time frames. Follows physicians instructions when
assisting with procedures and exams. Demonstrates proficiency with
loading and operating power injection. 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. Education and Communication: Patiently and clearly
explains purpose and nature of exam to patient prior to starting of
procedure, so as to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation
using AIDET; Acknowledge, Introduce, Discuss, Explain, and Thank
you of all patients and family members. Ensures that patient's
questions, concerns or contraindications are satisfactorily
addressed, notifying physician when this cannot be accomplished,
prior to the initiation of the procedure. Participates in the
orientation and training of departmental employees. Provides
patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of
procedures. Required documentation is concise, legible and includes
precise terminology. Reads email each day scheduled to work and
follows through with assignment. Completes mandatory departmental
and Hospital-wide education without prompting. Quality Control:
Consistently produces acceptable images, as evidenced by
radiologist feedback and quality audits Ensures that equipment is
fully operational prior to each use, by checking for proper
calibration and operating deficiencies. Sends all studies to PACS
immediately after completion, prints CD?s as needed. Studies that
have been reported after hours by teleradiography are printed and
scanned into PACS, if applicable. Completes all studies in RIS
before completing in PACS. Prints completed log sheet from
teleradiography and submits to Radiologist, if applicable
Operations: Restocks linens and supplies, and maintains the
department in clean and orderly condition. Transports patients,
positions patients, and helps them on and off procedure table.
Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is
rendered. Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices
and equipment. Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others
upon request as needed and routinely as time is available, without
prompting, so that all working time is used for departmental
advantage. Performs routine duties of clerical and support
personnel in accordance with procedure when warranted to ensure
continuity and quality of services. Keeps supervisor informed on
all responsibilities on an ongoing basis, ensuring prompt
notification in the event of problems or potential problems.
Maintains an individual productivity rate equal to other
co-workers. Ability to operate all work stations associated with
the CT department. Ability to push / retrieve images from the CT
console to PACS. Maintain Joint Commission standards and any other
regulatory agency standards. Takes call when necessary Any other
duties as assigned. Required for All Jobs: Performs other duties as
assigned Complies with all WellStar Health System policies,
standards of work, and code of conduct. Required Minimum Education:
Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiology Technology required
Required Minimum Experience: Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology
required and Less than 1 year experience in CT preferred Required
Minimum Skills: Must exhibit excellent communication skills because
this position requires frequent verbal and written communications
with: physicians, patients, visitors, departmental staff and
nursing staff. The employee obtains, presents and discusses
clinical information regarding job responsibilities on a routine
basis. Candidate must be able to explain or give directions to
maintain goodwill, and obtain cooperation with all contacts. Must
possess the ability to function independently and under pressure
while still actively participating in a team environment. Position
requires the employee to exhibit excellent customer service skills
at all times. Must be able to perform effectively in a stressful
and fast paced work environment. Must have the ability to
prioritize appropriately. Must be detail oriented and have the
capacity to effectively multitask throughout the work shift. Must
have excellent communication skills and the capacity to interact
professionally with a variety of customers, including but not
limited to patients, families, co-workers, volunteers, and
physicians throughout the work shift. Must possess the ability to
function independently, yet productively as a cooperative team
member with various work teams associated with the position. Must
be compliant, with a willingness to follow all Hospital policies as
well as the established practices, protocols and procedures of the
position, department and applicable professional standards.
Competent in all aspects of CT, patient positioning, exposure
factors and radiation protection. Must have an understanding of
anatomy and pathology as to how they affect the quality of a
procedure. Competent to perform all ACR and manufacturer
recommended Quality Control tests. Required Minimum License(s) and
Certification(s): ARRT Radiography Required ARRT Computed
Tomography Required Basic Life Support (BLS) through American Heart
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