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Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist - PRN, Weekends

Prisma Health, Columbia, South Carolina, us, 29228

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Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary Under the direction of the manager and the in‑charge technologist, the CT Technologist is expected to perform a variety of procedures applying ionizing radiation. Performance of specific tasks is indicated below for CT purpose according to the department policy. Positive contribution to interpersonal relationships concerning all parties is according to Prisma Health policy. Performs CT scans as directed by the Manager. Communicates with the physiciannější other work‑related personnel appropriately. All team members are expected to be obliged and Vor compliance with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Essential Functions

All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's values: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Identifies patients and procedures. Communicateාල với nursing or physician regarding the patient. Inform nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies. Fill out questionnaires on all patients between the ages of 12‑55 years old. Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures. Patients are transferred and positioned correctly for an anatomy to be demonstrated for superior visibility. Know scanning protocols in depth. Must be able to perform procedures correctly using performance protocol book for reference. Studies must be done in a timely manner and taken to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as early possible after completion of exam. Write time procedure is finished and filmed on patient board. Films must be archived and taken to radiologist for reading. Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient. Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times. Adequate supplies and linens must always be available. Tables and trays must be cleaned after each patient. Use proper technique limited injection IV contrast. Ensure IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline. Choose correct method of injection (hand or injector). Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation. 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction. Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.

Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member. Obtains completed questionnaire and correct history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office. Informs patients and families of all delays. Trains co‑workers and students. Assist other technologists when not busy in assigned CT room.

Acquires requisition and checks Length For Appropriate Clinical. Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed. Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time. Adds surgical charges when needed. Operates the PAC's system appropriately and verifies studies before sending to archive. Reports equipment problems toiten supervisor, in‑charge tech and documents confirmation numbers. Appropriate forms must be completed for all procedures. Fill contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast. A contrast media form must be filled out on all patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients. Communicates with radiologist(zip) to determine appropriate protocols for each exam. Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist. Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist. Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm‑up calibrations as needed.

Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist. Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist. Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm‑up calibrations as needed. Maintain competency needed for working in the CT department. Performs point of care testing.

Performs other duties as assigned.

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Supervisory/Management Responsibility

This is a non‑management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

Education - Certification Program. Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program

Experience - No experience required.

In Lieu Of

Team members employed in this job on 11/08/2020 are grandfathered from the minimum requirements noted above.

Required Certifications, opzichte Registrations, Licenses

ARRT Registered and registered in CT

CPR

SCQRSA License

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Excellent customer service skills

3D Imaging preferred

Basic computer skills

Knowledge of office equipment (fax/copier)

Data entry skills

Work Shift Weekend Shift (United States of America)

Location Baptist

Facility 1520 Baptist Hospital

Department 15207124 CT Scan

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