Central Maine Healthcare
CT Technologist, Night Shift Differential
Central Maine Healthcare, Lewiston, Maine, us, 04241
Overview
Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoast Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services.
If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!
Responsibilities
The CT Technologist performs a variety of routine and specialized CT scan imaging procedures. Responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as one of the first line interfaces with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in CQI activities.
Care and safety of patients undergoing examination; uses equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
Demonstrates ability to position patient properly for intended body part and ensures the order matches intended body part along with proper clinical correlation.
Demonstrates ability to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedures and makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
Works under the direction of the CT Scan radiologist and medical director of Medical Imaging at all times.
Agrees to be on-call according to a rotating schedule; covers Holidays and Holiday call per rotational schedule.
Completes all work competently and efficiently by the end of the shift, including checking acute care areas of the hospital prior to leaving to expedite patient care.
Performs all quality control checks, maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents deviations when applicable.
Interacts professionally with patient, family and staff.
Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer’s and/or CT Supervisor’s instruction.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations; knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of other departments.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Prefer 1 or more years of radiologic/imaging and/or CT Scanning experience
Prefer CT Scanning Certification
Required - Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a current ARRT or NMTCB Certification in Computed Tomography
Current or within 1 month of hire American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BCLS certification. Re-certification of existing employees is due within 1 month of expiration date.
Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
Possesses a high level of knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
Proficiency with CT Scanning equipment, hardware and software (GE, Siemens, Phillips, and Toshiba) preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Serve as the champion of the patient and team member experience by providing an A+ experience to every patient and team member, every day
Advanced computer knowledge
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Ability to prioritize and use critical thinking skills
Effectively communicate with patients and co-workers in a supportive and tactful manner
Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful situation
Represent the organization in a positive manner, support and encourage strong morale within the team and maintain effective, professional relationships with others
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/administration team
Employment Status Full Time
Shift Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.
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If you are passionate about making a difference and are looking for your next great career opportunity, we look forward to reviewing your application!
Responsibilities
The CT Technologist performs a variety of routine and specialized CT scan imaging procedures. Responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as one of the first line interfaces with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in CQI activities.
Care and safety of patients undergoing examination; uses equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
Demonstrates ability to position patient properly for intended body part and ensures the order matches intended body part along with proper clinical correlation.
Demonstrates ability to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedures and makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
Works under the direction of the CT Scan radiologist and medical director of Medical Imaging at all times.
Agrees to be on-call according to a rotating schedule; covers Holidays and Holiday call per rotational schedule.
Completes all work competently and efficiently by the end of the shift, including checking acute care areas of the hospital prior to leaving to expedite patient care.
Performs all quality control checks, maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents deviations when applicable.
Interacts professionally with patient, family and staff.
Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer’s and/or CT Supervisor’s instruction.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations; knowledge of hospital policies and the functions of other departments.
Qualifications Education and Experience:
Prefer 1 or more years of radiologic/imaging and/or CT Scanning experience
Prefer CT Scanning Certification
Required - Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and/or Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a current ARRT or NMTCB Certification in Computed Tomography
Current or within 1 month of hire American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BCLS certification. Re-certification of existing employees is due within 1 month of expiration date.
Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
Possesses a high level of knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
Proficiency with CT Scanning equipment, hardware and software (GE, Siemens, Phillips, and Toshiba) preferred
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Serve as the champion of the patient and team member experience by providing an A+ experience to every patient and team member, every day
Advanced computer knowledge
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Ability to prioritize and use critical thinking skills
Effectively communicate with patients and co-workers in a supportive and tactful manner
Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful situation
Represent the organization in a positive manner, support and encourage strong morale within the team and maintain effective, professional relationships with others
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/administration team
Employment Status Full Time
Shift Nights
Equal Employment Opportunity CMH actively promotes diversity in its workforce at all levels of the organization. We strive to create and maintain a setting where we celebrate cultural and other differences and consider them strengths of the organization. CMH is an equal opportunity workforce and no one shall discriminate against any individual with regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or veteran status with respect to any offer, or term or condition, of employment. We make reasonable accommodations to the known physical and mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities.
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