CT Technologist - Sartell, United States - RAYUS Radiology

Description

There is a $3,000 relocation or sign on bonus for this position RAYUS Radiology, formerly Center for Diagnostic Imaging, is looking for a CT and C-arm Technologistto join our team.

As a CT and C-arm Technologist, you willoperate your assigned scanner(s) to produce images of the patient's body for diagnostic purposes.

Taking a patient centered approach, you will provide scanning services within professional standards and with excellent customer service. Each patient comes to our centers looking for answers.

You will guide patients through this sometimes difficult process by kindly talking them through the steps and answering their questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process.

This position is fulltime working Monday-Friday from 9:30am-6:00pm, no call or weekends. Willing to train in CT


ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
(90%) Patient CT Imaging

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure correct patient and procedure
Prepares patients for CT or Diagnostic and Therapeutic Injection (DTI) procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately scanned and providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
Performs routine and advanced scanning imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
Adjusts scanning scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
Maintains positive attitude and working relationships with radiologist, referring customers and other associates and peers
Follows physicians' orders precisely and conforms to safety regulations to protect yourself, your patients, and coworkers
Accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
Maintains an orderly and clean work area promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
Maintains equipment in good working order; cleans and disinfects equipment after each use
Ensures compliance with all HIPAA guidelines

(5%) Scanning Department Support

Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
Assists with training of new associates, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable

(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned