CT Tech *Sign-on Bonus up to $20,000*

Yale New Haven Health; New London (CT); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Yale New Haven Health is seeking a Radiologic Technologist specialized in CT to perform a variety of radiologic procedures and provide proficient patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Responsibilities include patient education, room preparation, IV contrast handling, acquiring high-quality scans, documenting exams and maintaining safety standards while collaborating with the radiology team to ensure timely results.

Qualifications

• High school graduation or GED required.
• Graduation from an ARRT-approved radiologic technology program.

Responsibilities

• Explain examinations and prepare patients for CT procedures.
• Prepare rooms, load and arm the injector equipment.
• Maintain IV start proficiency per radiology guidelines.
• Assist patients on and off the scanner table and support flow.
• Acquire diagnostic CT scans with proper positioning and factors.
• Document exams, charges, insurance and day logs accurately.
• Annotate ROIs, measurements, reconstructions and reformations.
• Communicate effectively with team to ensure safe patient care.

Skills

Patient care

Teamwork

Communication

Safety compliance

Education

G.E.D./High School Diploma

ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Overview

To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

This Position Is Responsible For And Being Proficient In All Aspects Of CT Scanning And Patient Care. Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Interventional Procedures, Body Fluids, Radiation.

EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran

Responsibilities

• 1. Patient Education- Explanation Of Exam, Completion Of Intravenous Contrast Worksheet, Take Allergy History.
• 2. Room Preparation, Clean Linen, Loading And Arming Of Power Injector
• 3. Maintain Iv Start Proficiency Per Radiology Nurse Guidelines
• 4. Provide Physical Assistance To Patients On And Off Scanner Table
• 5. Facilitate Patient Flow Including Ability To Prioritize And Add-On Patients As Needed, I.E..- Inpatients, Emergency Room Patients, Urgent Outpatients From Doctors Offices
• 6. Technical Expertise For Acquiring Highest Quality Diagnostic Scans Including Ability To Adjust Technical Factors For Body Habits, Patient Age And Weight.
• 7. Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning.
• 8. Completes, In An Accurate And Timely Manner, All Paperwork And Patient Documentation (I.E.-Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log, Pacs And Teleradiology Solutions)
• 9. Accurately annotates ROIs, Measurements, Reconstructions, And Reformations.
• 10. Maintaining Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
• 11. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer?S Specification And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
• 12. Follows All Procedures On Safe Patient Interactions And Body Mechanics.
• 13. Adheres To All Safety Procedures In The Handling Of Hazardous Materials And Blood Borne Pathogens
• 14. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
• 15. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.

Qualifications

EDUCATION

Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D. Graduation from an ARRT approved program in radiologic technology.

Experience

One (1) To Two (2) Years Experience In Ct Department Preferred. Previous Radiographic Experience Required.

LICENSURE

Must hold a current Connecticut State license in Radiographer. BLS Required.

Special Skills

Must be ARRT (R) and (CT) Registered with the exception of applicants in the cross-training program who would have 10 months after the completion of the cross-training program to obtain their advanced CT Registry.

YNHHS Requisition ID

188663