CT Tech - Defiance Regional Hospital

8020 ProMedica Defiance Hospital, Inc.; Defiance (OH); Vor Ort; USD 60.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Flexible benefits

Zusammenfassung

ProMedica Defiance Regional Hospital in Defiance, OH, is seeking a CT Technologist in Radiology for per diem shifts. You will operate CT equipment, select technical factors, and collaborate with radiologists to deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging with emphasis on patient safety and comfort.

You will administer and document contrast as directed, maintain radiation safety, and support CT procedures across all ages. Training new CT associates may be part of the role.

Qualifikationen

• Completed formal radiologic technology training from an AMA-approved or HLC-accredited school.
• Able to cope with stressful settings in a fast-paced medical environment.
• Effective communication and people skills; follow directions.
• Proficient with EMR/PACS and other radiology equipment and fax systems.
• Must be ARRT-registered in Radiology; CT registry eligible must pass within 1 year.
• State license if applicable; CPR certification may be required.

Aufgaben

• Operate CT equipment and select proper technical factors for patients of all ages.
• Administer and document IV contrast under physician direction.
• Maintain radiation safety and proper immobilization.
• Assist radiologist and staff in CT procedures across patient ages.
• Educate patients about procedures and ensure comfort and confidentiality.
• Train and evaluate new CT associates and students.

Kenntnisse

EMR/PACS

Communication

People skills

Radiology registered

Ausbildung

AMA approved radiologic tech program

Jobbeschreibung

Location: Defiance Regional Hospital

Department: Radiology

Weekly Hours: 0

Status: Per Diem

Shift: Variable (United States of America)

Job Summary

Ask us about our New Competitive Rates! CT Technologists make a significant difference in a patient’s care at ProMedica. Delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging allows providers to make informed decisions regarding patient treatment and management. You will work with the radiologist and other members of the team to deliver high-quality care and support our patients. In this role, you will use computerized tomography equipment by selecting proper technical factors based on age, size, weight and anatomical differences and general health status of patients. Under the direction of a physician, you will demonstrate your knowledge and ability to administer and document contrast and IV contrast. You will also use proper radiation protection and age-appropriate immobilizers to produce high-quality CT scans.

Accountabilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and skill to utilize computerized tomography equipment by selecting proper technical factors based on age, size, weight, and anatomical differences and general health status of various age groups.
• Critiques images for diagnostic quality.
• Utilizing proper radiation protection accessory devices and age-appropriate immobilizers to produce high quality CT scans under the philosophy of A.L.A.R.A.
• Under the direction of a physician demonstrates knowledge and ability to administer and document contrast and IV contrast according to standards for patients of all ages.
• Maintains proficiency in venipuncture and IV contrast safety.
• Assists radiologist and physicians in the performance of diagnostic CT procedures with patients of all ages performing support functions.
• Demonstrates competency in the use of general radiographic equipment and in physical comfort measures and psychosocial issues when giving care to include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients:
• Demonstrates the ability and knowledge to identify educational needs, obtain patient history, and provide information in easily understood terminology with clear communication style about procedures and care to patients of various ages.
• Determines appropriateness of procedure based on the above.
• Maintains departmental equipment and facilities in a safe and clean condition.
• Reports equipment malfunctions.
• Assists in training and evaluating new CT associates and students.
• Demonstrates competency in the physical comfort measures and psychosocial issues when giving care to include neonate, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Demonstrates prominent level of care, courtesy, and cooperation.
• Educates patients about their procedures and ensures patients and their families’ comfort and needs are appropriately addressed in a dignified, confidential manner.
• Demonstrates awareness of safety standards for self and assigned area.
• Follows organization’s mission and values of customer service.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• The above summary of accountabilities is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed in this role. It should not be considered exhaustive.

Requirements

• Completed formal radiologic technology training at an AMA approved school or a school that is accredited through the Higher Learning Commission (HLC).
• Must be able to cope with the stressful situations and handle deadlines in a demanding, fast paced medical environment.
• Must be able to understand directions, communicate, and respond to inquiries; requires effective people skills.
• Must be competent in the use of facility communication systems and equipment (e.g., EMR/PACS and fax machines).
• Must be able to input and retrieve information from radiological or other medical equipment and computerized systems.
• Must have met ARRT registry requirements and be Radiology registered.
• If CT registry eligible, must pass registry within one year of accepting the position; if performing in more than one modality and registry eligible, must pass registry within one year of accepting additional responsibilities (see addendum).
• License by state if applicable CPR ProMedica is a mission-driven, not-for-profit health care organization headquartered in Toledo, Ohio.
• It serves communities across nine states and provides a range of services, including acute and ambulatory care, a dental plan, and academic business lines.
• ProMedica owns and operates 10 hospitals and has an affiliated interest in one additional hospital.
• The organization employs over 1,300 health care providers through ProMedica Physicians and has more than 2,300 physicians and advanced practice providers with privileges.
• Committed to its mission of improving health and well-being, ProMedica has received national recognition for its clinical excellence and its initiatives to address social determinants of health.
• For more information about ProMedica, please visit promedica.org/aboutus.

Benefits

We provide flexible benefits that include compensation and programs to help you take care of your family, your finances and your personal well-being. It’s what makes us one of the best places to work, and helps our employees live and work to their fullest potential.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex/gender (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity or gender expression, age, physical or mental disability, military or protected veteran status, citizenship, familial or marital status, genetics, or any other legally protected category.

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Additional Information

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