CT Technologist
Company: CARLE
Location: Decatur
Posted on: October 11, 2024
Job Description:
To provide diagnostic Computed Tomography Services to
inpatients, outpatients, and Emergency Department patients under
the direction of the supervising radiologist in accordance with
established operating procedures and clinical protocols. To provide
safe, prompt, efficient, and cost effective CT Services.
- -Positions patients correctly, using proper immobilization
techniques
- -Performs optimal scans using correct technical factors,
shielding and protocols, based on the patient diagnosis, history
and other relevant clinical information.
- -Use correct technical factors in accordance with the American
College of Radiology (ACR) to use the lowest amount of radiation to
get a diagnostic scan.
- -Performs CT angiography, 3D, MIPS, VR, Vessel Analysis, and
MPR's, post processing of computer data to enhance exams for
radiologist interpretation, using reconstruction software
appropriate to the pathology or region of interest.
- -Follows correct CT Department Technologist workflow ( select
correct scan room, identifies and documents two forms of
identification on each patient, acquire history, verify orders,
scan patient, send images to PACS, scan all paperwork and data
sheets (eg. history sheet, med-reconciliation sheets), complete the
case in Meditech, address Q A issues, charge for contrast media and
supplies, Verify that all images, series and data sheets have been
sent to PACS make sure the number of images is correct, verify
exams with images and archive images on scanner
- -Operates support equipment for CT such as: Independent
workstation, pressure injector, PACS and EPIC systems.
- -Initiates IV for administration of contrast media for CT in
accordance with department policy and utilizing standard
precautions - Must be IV certified within 3 months of hire.
- -Prepares patient for exams by explaining procedure and by
encouraging questions and answering any questions the patient may
have
- -Transports patients to and from departments when necessary.
Assist in transfer of patients on and off the CT table. Continually
monitors patient condition during CT procedure.
- -Accountable for documentation of and charging for supplies
used during the performance of exams or procedures.
- -Documents patient charge data, modifying and initiating
charges as procedure modifications are made per the radiologist or
ordering physician
- -Documents any allergic reaction, iv extravasations or unusual
occurrences. Initiates incident report regarding staff or patient
situations
- -Maintains appropriate inventory levels of medical supplies.
Performs daily quality assurance scans on all scanners prior to use
to ensure safety of scanners for patients and staff - Documents
daily QA in logbook
- -Promotes patient safety by reporting issues through
established channels and participating as requested in safety
initiatives.
- -Initiates requests for emergency medical support as indicated
by patient condition - Knowledge of when to call Code Blue/Rapid
Response
- Reports to work on time and is ready to start work.
- Maintains confidentiality of all patient/other
information.
- Demonstrates teamwork and cooperation, works well with
others.
Keywords: CARLE, Bloomington , CT Technologist, Other , Decatur, Illinois
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