Cat Scan Tech
Company: Rochester Regional Health
Location: Elizabeth
Posted on: May 19, 2023
Job Description:
SUMMARYPerforms diagnostic CT exams, Screening CT exams and
interventional CT procedures in accordance with approved techniques
and standards as established by Radiologists, governing and
accrediting bodies. Completes the necessary documentation for each
exam to ensure Radiologist can provide quality diagnostic
interpretation and CPH can bill accordingly . Communicates with
Radiologist and department Leadership on a routine basis to insure
a high level of care and service for patients and to meet provider
needs. Operates CT scanner, general diagnostic radiographic
equipment and ancillary support systems to perform CT and
diagnostic radiographic procedures per provider orders. This is in
accordance with approved techniques, policies and regulatory
standards as established by regulatory agencies, standards and
policies set forth by the organization. Adheres to the professional
standards of the NYS Department of Health, the American Registry of
Radiologic Technologist and the Mammography Quality Standards
Act.STATUS: Full TimeLOCATION: Canton Potsdam HospitalDEPARTMENT:
Imaging ServicesSCHEDULE: 12hr shiftsATTRIBUTES
- A valid NYS radiology license and certification by the American
Registry of Radiologic Technologists (R). ARRT(CT) preferred. Must
be ARRT registered in CT.
- Preferred:-- One year work experience in a hospital
setting.RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provides daily coordination for all CT studies, insures that
patient and provider needs are met and communication is maintained
between all parties to include staff, radiologists, providers, and
patients.
- Performs CT procedures utilizing the principles and knowledge
of anatomy, positioning and radiographic techniques to include
collimation, shielding, and exposure factors to minimize radiation
dose to the patient.
- Under the direction and guidance of the radiologist facilitates
implementation and communication of new or updated protocols to
internal and external care areas and providers.
- Follows organizational standards to include but not limited to
patient identification, patient education, consents, and order
verification and infection control. Practices radiation protection
techniques to minimize radiation exposure to patient, family, and
staff and verifies pregnancy status if appropriate per department
and regulatory standards.
- Responsible for QA/QC procedures as designated and maintains
standards of these programs. This includes processes involving CT
equipment, image quality, documentation and radiation dose
reporting and control.
- Performs general radiographic procedures utilizing the
principles and knowledge of anatomy, positioning and radiographic
techniques to include collimation, shielding, and exposure factors
to minimize radiation dose to the patient EDUCATION
LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS Rochester Regional Health is an Equal
Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer.
Minority/Female/Disability/Veteran PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS : M -
Medium Work - Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally,
and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than
negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects;
Requires frequent walking, standing or squatting.
Keywords: Rochester Regional Health, Elizabeth , Cat Scan Tech, Other , Elizabeth, New Jersey
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