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- High School required.
- CT trainee must be certified and registered in Radiography, Nuclear Medicine Technology, or Radiation Therapy and be eligible for CT certification board.
- 1 year experience in boarded modality preferred.
- Current New Jersey DEP license required.
- ARRT and/or NMTCB required.
- American Heart Association BLS required.
- IV certification required within 90 days of hire.
- CT certification required within 1 year of hire.
- Produces high quality diagnostic, Computed Tomography images prescribed by a licensed physician/provider in a timely manner.
- Accurately identifies patient to requisition 100% of the time utilizing Inspira HRO safety tool Red Rules- patient identification.
- Transports patients to examination room and transfers patient to CT table, if necessary.
- Utilizes immobilization devices as required for safe imaging.
- Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis.
- Provides radiation protection equipment (including proper collimation) for patients in accordance with regulatory standards.
- Utilize iCARE- explains procedures to patients and families and addresses any concerns.
- Processes all images and evaluates images for technical quality.
- Prepares images and necessary documents for interpretation by a radiologist or privileged physician/provider including an appropriate reason for the examination.
- Practice of imaging procedures is demonstrated by compliance with approved departmental technical procedures, i.e., scanning protocols as appropriate to the ages of the patients serviced (neonate, pediatric, adult or geriatric).
- Demonstrates knowledge of proper examination sequencing and preparations as appropriate to the ages of the patients served (neonate, pediatric, adult or geriatric).
- Assists the radiologists, other licensed physicians/providers and nursing personnel performing procedures in conjunction with CT equipment, such as, localizations and special procedures, after completing Inspira HRO safety tool Red Rule- time out.
- Utilizes understanding of cognitive, emotional, physical, and mental development to interpret patient statements and behaviors.
- Prepares and administers oral, rectal, urological, and intravenous contrast agents according to approved protocols.
- Utilize Inspira Policy Tech for selecting the proper protocol, policies, and guidelines based on the imaging order and safe patient handling.
- Knows his/her role should an emergent situation arise.
- Records all patient information properly, including a complete history form with contrast information, scanned into PACS.
CT Trainee - Bridgeton, United States - Inspira Health Network
Description
Job Description
Profile Code:
CT Trainee
Profile Name:
CT Trainee
Summary:
Produces Computed Tomographic images of designated anatomical areas as ordered/directed by a licensed physician/provider, according to established practices and procedures.
Position Profile Details
Position Description
MAJOR FUNCTION:
Produces Computed Tomographic images of designated anatomical areas as ordered/directed by a licensed physician/provider, according to established practices and procedures.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education & Experience:
Certification/Licensure:
Physical Requirements:
N:
Never O: Occasionally (0%)
F:
Frequently (20%-80%)
C:
Constantly (>80%)
Lifting 0lbs
F
Standing
F
Sitting
O
Lifting 20-50lbs
O
Climbing
N
Kneeling
O
Lifting>50lbs
O
Crouching
O
Reaching
F
Carrying
O
Hearing
F
Walking
F
Pushing
F
Talking
O
Vision
F
Environmental Conditions:
Noise
O
Varied Temperatures
O
Cleaning Agents
F
Noxious odors
N
Patient Exposure
F
Operative Equipment
F
Position Responsibilities
Licenses & Certifications
Cert Name
State
Title
Country
Required?
Importance
Registered Radiologic Tech ARRT
N
MEDIUM
Competencies
Competency Name
Required?
Importance
Education
Degree Name
Major (Not avail)
Grad Req'd?
Required?
Importance
High School
N
Y
IMPORTANT
Work Experience
Skill
Min Yrs Exp
Required?
Importance
Experience in boarded modality
1
Y
IMPORTANT