CT Technologist

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. Rotates On-Call As Needed. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Interventional Procedures, Body Fluids, Radiation, And Processing Chemicals.
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 Film Patient Exams Including Roi?S, Measurements, Reconstructions, And Reformations.
  
• 10. Attention To Detail When Hanging Patient Exams For Radiologist Interpretation, Including Hanging Of Most Recent Previous Related Study.
  
• 11. Maintaining Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
  
• 12. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer?S Specification And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
• 13. Follows All Procedures On Safe Patient Interactions And Body Mechanics.
  
• 14. Adheres To All Safety Procedures In The Handling Of Hazardous Materials And Blood Borne Pathogens
  
• 15. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
  
• 16. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
  

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 Registered, and Computed Tomography (CT) certified.