Computed Tomography Technologist (CT) - Per Diem - Days - MHW

About the position

Employees in Imaging Services at #teamMHSflorida enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration are encouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care. The position provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice when ordered.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department.
• Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist program.
• Registered as a Technologist (RT) by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) as required by state law.
• Registered in computed tomography (CT) by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) within 1 year of hire date.
• BLS Certification from American Heart Association or equivalent.

Nice-to-haves

• One year of radiology technologist experience is preferred.