CT Technologist

Weekend-focused 24-hour CT schedule with steady Sat–Sun shifts and supportive health system benefits. CT Technologist, Day shift Sat–Sun 7:00–19:30, 24 hrs/week, Wellstar (Georgia), permanent role; must perform diagnostic CT exams, equipment QC, PACS/RIS workflows. - ARRT Radiography and ARRT CT required - BLS required - Minimum 1 year radiology experience (CT experience preferred) - Ability to work weekends, take call, and lift/position patients - Competent in venipuncture, radiation safety, ACR QC

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well-being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what's possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift
Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

• Must be flexible with work hours to meet department needs.
• The shift for this position will be 24 hrs/week: Sat-Sun 7a-730p.
• Must be dependable, accountable and cooperative.
• Assists with providing safe, age-appropriate care to the patient by performing all exams provided by the department according to department procedures.
• Has the knowledge and ability to properly and safely obtain a quality diagnostic study.
• Responsible for performing a wide variety of technical procedures requiring independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative in the utilization of equipment for diagnosis and/or treatment of diseases.
• Able to independently perform job functions.
• Sets up the equipment to provide imaging service and positions patient for the procedure.

Core Responsibilities and Essential Functions

Patient Care

• Verifies proper clinician order for procedure.
• Obtains complete clinical history, gathers examination data and assesses for contraindicating conditions.
• Follows established procedures for administering contrast medias to ensure patient safety.
• Ensures all studies have proper patient identification and correct right/left marker usage.
• Reviews CT/radiographic images for clinically acceptable results and releases patients.
• Responds to emergency situations; maintains and restocks crash cart and life-support equipment.
• Assists other technologists in all modalities when needed.
• Observes patient condition and evaluates situations requiring physician intervention.
• Verifies correct identity of patient using two unique identifiers per hospital policy.
• Ensures patient privacy and comfort; maintains patient dignity throughout the exam/procedure.
• Demonstrates competence in selecting and applying appropriate procedures, equipment, supplies and techniques based on patient age.
• Organizes schedule, time and priorities to complete tasks within designated time frames.
• Follows physician instructions when assisting with procedures and exams.
• Demonstrates proficiency with loading and operating power injection.
• Uses critical thinking skills.
• Dialogs with patient/family.
• Asks clarifying questions.
• Seeks clarification on ambiguous orders.
• Understands, demonstrates and documents preprocedural verification and Time Out process when appropriate.
• Demonstrates and understands pre- and post-procedural care.
• Preps the patient for the procedure.
• Demonstrates and understands sterile technique.
• Maintains competency with venipuncture.

Equipment

• Adjusts technique so the patient receives the lowest possible dose of ionizing radiation while maintaining image quality.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to supervisor or service provider.
• Cleans, disinfects and maintains equipment in accordance with infection control policy and department cleaning schedule.

Education and Communication

• Clearly explains procedure purpose and nature using AIDET to minimize anxiety and facilitate cooperation.
• Ensures patient questions, concerns or contraindications are addressed; notifies physician when unresolved.
• Participates in orientation and training of departmental employees.
• Provides patients with preparatory instruction and explanation of procedures.
• Documentation is concise, legible and includes precise terminology.
• Reads email daily and completes assigned tasks.
• Completes required departmental and hospital-wide education without prompting.

Quality Control

• Consistently produces acceptable images as evidenced by radiologist feedback and quality audits.
• Verifies that equipment is fully operational before each use by checking calibration and operating deficiencies.
• Sends all studies to PACS immediately after completion; prints CDs as needed.
• Prints and scans after-hours teleradiography studies into PACS when applicable.
• Completes all studies in RIS before completing in PACS.
• Prints completed log sheet from teleradiography and submits to Radiologist when applicable.

Operations

• Restocks linens and supplies and maintains the department in clean and orderly condition.
• Transports and positions patients and assists them on and off the procedure table.
• Performs patient charging activities on the day the service is rendered.
• Applies shielding, supportive and immobilization devices and equipment.
• Willingly lends knowledge and assistance to others when needed and as time allows.
• Performs clerical and support duties as required to ensure service continuity and quality.
• Keeps supervisor informed of responsibilities and promptly reports potential problems.
• Maintains productivity equal to other staff.
• Operates all workstations associated with the CT department.
• Pushes/retrieves images from the CT console to PACS.
• Maintains Joint Commission and all regulatory agency standards.
• Takes call when necessary.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
• Complies with Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work and code of conduct.

Required Minimum Education

• Graduate of AMA-approved School of Radiology Technology - Required

Required Minimum License(s) and Certification(s)

(All required upon hire unless otherwise stated)

• ARRT Radiography
• ARRT Computed Tomography
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or BLS-Instructor

Required Minimum Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology - Required
• Less than 1 year experience in CT - Preferred

Required Minimum Skills

• Must exhibit excellent communication skills due to frequent interaction with physicians, patients, visitors and staff.
• Routinely obtains, presents and discusses clinical information regarding job responsibilities.
• Able to explain or give directions to maintain goodwill and obtain cooperation.
• Must function independently and under pressure while actively participating in a team environment.
• Must demonstrate excellent customer service skills at all times.
• Must perform effectively in a stressful and fast-paced work environment.
• Must have the ability to prioritize appropriately.
• Must be detail oriented and able to multitask effectively throughout the work shift.
• Must communicate professionally with a variety of customers including patients, families, coworkers, volunteers and physicians.
• Must function independently yet productively as a cooperative team member.
• Must comply with all hospital policies, practices, protocols and professional standards.
• Competent in all aspects of CT, patient positioning, exposure factors and radiation protection.
• Must understand anatomy and pathology and their impact on procedure quality.
• Competent to perform all ACR and manufacturer-recommended Quality Control tests

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