Senior CT Tech

Tenet Healthcare; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

Tenet Healthcare is seeking a CT technologist to perform diagnostic CT procedures, positioning patients and setting parameters as directed by Radiologists. The role includes administering contrast media, monitoring patients, and adhering to HIPAA and safety guidelines.

The position requires ARRT-R/CT certification with two years CT experience and BLS. Knowledge of 64-slice CT systems and advanced reconstruction is preferred. Willingness to stay current with protocol updates and imaging standards.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program.
• Two years of CT experience.
• ARRT-R and CT certifications; AZ MRTBE CTCT; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures according to radiologists’ protocols.
• Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope and regulations.
• Monitors protocols and reports abnormal activity; suggests updates as warranted.
• Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.
• Develops knowledge for advanced computer reconstruction, including Vitria workstation or similar.
• Maintains knowledge of 64-slice CT scanners and 3D vascular anatomy.
• Verifies patient identity and requisition accuracy; ensures HIPAA compliance.
• Starts IV access and administers injections using proper technique.
• Documents patient education and maintains confidentiality.

Skills

Patient positioning

Contrast media administration

Radiation safety

IV access

HIPAA compliance

Education

Accredited Radiology Program

Tools

Vitria workstation

64-slice CT scanners

Job description

Position Summary

Performs computerized tomographic procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury according to protocols established by Radiologists.

Prepares and positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.

Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

Observes patient during procedure and reports abnormal activity. Monitors protocols and recommends updates or refinements as warranted.

Follows radiation safety procedures and guidelines.

Develops knowledge and skill sets required for extensive computer reconstruction, to include additional types of software (such as a Vitria workstation or similar), which performs advanced cardiac modeling. Maintains required knowledge and skill sets to perform advanced technical imaging, required by CT scanners of 64 slices and above. Develops advanced knowledge of 3-dimensional anatomy, in particular vascular and cardiovascular anatomy.

Collects pertinent patient history and documents on requisition. Checks for accuracy of ordered exams by comparing to written physician order. Verifies correct patient by two forms of identity verification, prior to injecting patient or starting exam. Maintains patient confidentiality per established CHN policies regarding HIPAA rights and practices.

Starts intravenous access as needed, and performs I.V. injections using proper technique. Understands how to treat patients with infiltrated IV sites. Understands management of patients with elevated Creatinine levels. Maintains proper oxygen therapy on patients who require oxygen. Maintains skills required to change oxygen tanks. Must be able to use masks and nasal canula. Adjusts rate of O2 flow with mask/nasal canula according to written physician orders. Secures, transports, and secures e-cylinders.

Maintains radiation safety for women of childbearing age, in accordance with existing imaging department standards. Documents patient education on requisition/worksheet as appropriate.

Minimum Requirements Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiology Program.

Experience: Two (2) years experience in Computed Tomography (CT).

Licensure/Certifications: ARRT- R (American Registry of Radiologic Technologist). ARRT- CT, obtain CT certification within 2 years of hire/transfer date. MRTBE CTCT (AZ Medical Radiologic Technology Board of Examiners). Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association.

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