CT Tech

Westchester Medical Center; City of Kingston (NY); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Westchester Medical Center is seeking a skilled professional to provide high-quality examinations in diagnostic radiography and interventional procedures. The position involves preparing special procedure trays, assisting interventionalists, and maintaining a safe patient environment.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, relevant radiology experience, and valid licensure in New York. This role emphasizes excellent patient care and communication within a collaborative team.

Qualifikationen

• Two years of radiology experience preferred. One year in interventional procedures preferred.
• Special training in Biopsy/Interventional procedures.
• Registered by the A.R.R.T. preferred.
• Valid New York State Radiographic license or limited permit required.

Aufgaben

• Provides high quality examinations in diagnostic radiography.
• Prepares special procedure tray utilizing sterile technique.
• Interacts with physicians and Radiology staff for quality care.
• Completes all exam documentation and maintains records.

Kenntnisse

Radiology Technology

Sterile technique

Patient care

Interventional procedures

Communication

Ausbildung

High School graduate or equivalent

Graduate of an AMA certified Radiologic Technologist Program

Tools

PACS

Jobbeschreibung

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provides high quality examinations in diagnostic radiography, in special procedures and interventional procedures. Practices the code of ethics of Radiology Technology.
• Prepares special procedure tray utilizing sterile technique and prevents cross-contamination. Assists Interventionalist M.D. by "scrubbing in" during the procedure. Assists the Radiology R.N. as needed for the monitoring of vital signs.
• Assesses and maintains knowledge of the patient’s condition and responds to changes appropriately.
• Interacts with attending physicians, Radiology R.N., and Radiologists to provide quality patient care, using all pertinent clinical data (i.e., history prior exams). Refers any unusual finding to the Radiologist for evaluation, action and/or follow-up.
• Promotes open/direct communication with staff, patients, family or significant others.
• Maintains an orderly and safe patient environment. Inventories and restocks supplies as necessary. Participates in the annual physical inventory of special procedure supplies.
• Completes all exam documentation (i.e., film marking, patient I.D.) and patient care and equipment records. Performs clerical duties related to the completion of the exam as directed. Ensures accurate patient records in PACS.
• Supports and participates in the continuous assessment and improvement of the quality of care and services provided (CQI).
• Participates in the education of departmental and institutional personnel in the field of Cat Scan.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS EXPERIENCE

• Two years of radiology experience preferred. One year of experience in interventional procedures preferred.

EDUCATION

• High School graduate or equivalent required. Graduate of an AMA certified Radiologic Technologist Program.

LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS

• Special training in Biopsy/Interventional procedures.
• Registered by the A.R.R.T. preferred.
• Valid New York State Radiographic license from the Department of Health or must possess a limited permit issued by DOH to practice as Radiological Technician, required.

OTHER

• Cross training in other modalities of Diagnostic Imaging, based on the department needs and job qualifications.
• Advanced CT certification preferred.