CT Technologist - Catscan

Montefiore Health System; New York (NY); On-site; USD 1,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled CT Technician to perform sophisticated diagnostic imaging studies. This role requires independent judgment and the ability to apply ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. You will be responsible for preparing patients, obtaining high-quality images, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Additionally, you will provide leadership to staff technologists and maintain the workflow in imaging systems. Join a dynamic team dedicated to patient care and innovation in a supportive environment that values your expertise and professional growth.

Qualifications

• Completion of formal radiologic technology training in CT required.
• Licensed & Injection Certified by the State of New York and ARRT.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and rooms for imaging procedures.
• Obtain and process high-quality digital images for diagnosis.
• Train associates and students in CAT Scan or MRI procedures.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Spatial Perception

Radiologic Technology

Patient Monitoring

Education

High School Diploma

Associate's Degree

Tools

Epic

IDXRad

G.E. Centricity (PACS)

Angiographic Systems

Job description

Under the direction of the Chief Technologist, the CT Technician performs necessary sophisticated diagnostic imaging studies at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for imaging diagnosis. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as required. Provides leadership role for staff technologists. Assigns work to staff technologist and is generally responsible for traffic control in technical area.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Patient and Room Preparation: This task includes a) entering patient data into Epic and other appropriate computer systems as necessary. b) Placing the patient on the procedure table in the correct position for the procedure to be performed. c) Obtain appropriate scout film for procedure. d) Appropriate positioning of monitors, foot switches, table controls and lighting for procedure to be performed.
2. Obtain cut film and digital images: This task includes the proper setting of exposures factors and imaging equipment to obtain high quality images for diagnosis by the radiologist.
3. Direct involvement during procedure: This task involves a) the assistance at the side of the interventional radiologist handling sterile equipment as needed. b) Constant attention to the progression of the procedure while in the control room, monitoring exposure factors, fluoro time, etc. c) Involved with operating injector when necessary.
4. Maintain adherence to imaging workflow in IDXRad and G.E. Centricity (PACS). This includes tracking exams in IDXRad throughout all steps in the process. Also, verifying images in PACS to ensure the patient, exam type, labeling and orientation are correct.
5. Photographing and processing of images: This task includes photographing and labeling digital images, processing and displaying final images on viewing machines for radiologist interpretation.
6. Maintain all necessary records of films, fluoro time, injections, etc.
7. Observe all rules and regulations regarding radiation safety for patients and staff.
8. Train other associates and students in CAT Scan or MRI procedures.
9. Maintain orderliness and cleanliness of assigned area.
10. Perform duties of a 5T and/or 4T technologist as needed.
11. Perform other related assigned tasks.
12. Establish and confirm vascular access and inject contrast according to protocol.
13. Appropriate history and pre-procedural screening to assess patient's risk factor to adverse events, contra-indications to contrast media administration, examination preparation.
14. Determine signs and symptoms of and average adverse event and monitor the patient for the development of such signs and symptoms.
15. Immediate notification to supervising physician of any reactions or medical events.
16. Review blood work to determine risk factors.

REQUIREMENTS:

1. High School Diploma or equivalent.
2. Satisfactory completion of a formal radiologic technology training in CT and meets the requirements for certification by the ARRT.
3. Licensed & Injection Certified by the State of New York and ARRT.
4. Ability to use Special Procedure/Angiographic Systems, Radiographic exposure equipment, PACS – General Electric Centricity, Epic tracking equipment.
5. Verbal ability to understand oral and written instructions stated in radiologic and medical terms and to exchange information with patients and hospital staff.
6. Spatial perception to visualize inner structures of the human body in relation to x-ray source and receptor in order to obtain radiographic and digital images of diagnostic value.
7. Knowledge of principles and procedures of angiographic and interventional radiological examinations.
8. Trained in the use of immobilizing techniques and devices for neonates, infants and children. Also, trained in management of elderly patients undergoing radiographic examinations.

PREFERRED QUALITIES:

Associate's Degree

Department: Radiology Bargaining Unit: 1199 Campus: MOSES Employment Status: Regular Full-Time Address: 111 East 210th Street, Bronx Shift: Night Scheduled Hours: 12 AM-8:30 AM Req ID: 219755 Salary Range/Pay Rate: $52.48

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