CT/Radiology Technologist

CT/Radiology Technologist 3.3 3.3 out of 5 stars Royse City, TX 75189 From $31 an hour - Part-time, Full-time Hunt Regional Healthcare 48 reviews From $31 an hour - Part-time, Full-time

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate shall not be a factor in employment for this position. Due to the nature of hospital services, it may become necessary to work extended hours.

POSITION SUMMARY

The CT Technologist is responsible for radiological patient care from neonatal to geriatric ages. This position is responsible for related duties to provide quality care dictated by departmental and hospital policies and procedures.

POSITION SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Reports To:

Supervisor, Coordinator, Director and Assistant Director of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiologist or Administrator Supervises:

None

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

Minimum Education Graduate of an Accredited Program. Must have and keep continuing education credits up-to-date as required by ARRT and the State of Texas for registry and licensure. Minimum Work Experience Radiologic technology experience necessary. Required Licenses/Certifications Registered by the ARRT to produce ionizing radiation. Advance registry in CT. If individual hasn't obtained advanced registry in CT, the individual must complete this registration within one year of hire date. Must possess Texas State Licensure and meet all FDA and State of Texas requirements. Must have current basic CPR certification. Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities Must have good working knowledge of anatomy, physiology, medical terminology and understand the principles of physics. Must possess the knowledge to obtain diagnostic quality images and setup and operate equipment safely. Preferred Qualification CT experience is preferred, but not required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

This position requires a willingness to work well with others and to demonstrate courtesy, tactfulness, professionalism, compassion and confidentiality. He/she should be alert to detect conditions dangerous to the patients or personnel. He/she should possess professionalism under stressful conditions. Requires large amounts of lifting, pulling, pushing, standing, squatting and stooping. Work is performed in a clean, well-lighted, heated/cooled and ventilated environment within the facilities of the Hospital District. Requires visual and hearing acuity for patient care and pertinent detail for job responsibilities. Radiation exposure and contracting or exposure to a contagious disease/infection is a possibility, but practicing and taking proper precautions will minimize this risk.

QUALITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Uses critical thinking skills to determine evidence based solutions. Systematically gathers and reviews pertinent information to prevent errors (PDCA - Plan, Do, Check, Act). Pursues individual or team learning and growth opportunities to continually build skills. Understands and abides by all safety regulations.

SERVICE EXCELLENCE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Maintains patient confidentiality. Rounds regularly with patients, direct reports and/or customers. Uses telephone and elevator etiquette. Acts as an employee ambassador. Committed to know hospital service lines and shows pride in our organization. Uses AIDET when dealing with internal or external customers.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Takes responsibility for solving problems. Treats company resources responsibly. Performs work functions timely and accurately. Respects our environment; keeps public areas neat and clean and returns supplies to the appropriate areas.

PEOPLE BEHAVIORAL EXPECTATIONS

Generally and in all job specific duties: Supports the team through good attendance. Maintains a professional appearance. Creates a positive team environment; flexible and supportive setting an example of cooperation. Uses meaningful communication; provides honest feedback that is valuable and not critical and discourages negative talk and gossip. Respect co-workers.

JOB SPECIFIC FUNCTIONS 1.

Demonstrates an understanding of and adherence to the HMHD Compliance Plan. 2. Conduct reflects HMHD's values and a commitment to HMHD's Code of Conduct. 3. Attends the required corporate integrity and compliance training and education programs. 4. Demonstrates proficiency in understanding the materials presented during the corporate integrity and compliance training and education program. 5. Complies with all HIPAA standards. 6. Consistently obtains diagnostic quality Rad/CT scans and radiographic images as ordered by a member of the medical staff. 7. Accurately determines the quality of the images. 8. Consistently uses proper warm-up procedures and QA functions on all equipment utilized. 9. Correctly evaluates patient for oral and IV contrast media. 10. Correctly operates all exposure, processing, Cerner, patient support, Radiology and Computed Radiography equipment. 11. Knows and applies radiation and ALARA safety precautions. 12. Helps transport patients to and from the department when needed. 13. Assists Radiologist during designated procedures. 14. Prepares patient history sheet specific to ordered examinations. 15. All other duties as assigned by supervisors and administrators. 16. Follows and improves, as necessary, all policies and procedures approved by HMHD and those specific for the RAD/CT department at each facility within the Hospital District. 17. Completes competencies and annual training as required and assigned. 18. Know and applies all radiation safety precautions. Maintains ALARA principles when exposing patients to ionizing radiation in accordance to the Dose Management Policy. Completes competencies and annual training as required and assigned. 19. Performs other tasks and assists in other areas as assigned and needed by the Supervisor, Coordinator, Director and Assistant Director of Diagnostic Imaging and Radiologist or Administrator within our Hospital District. Performs any other tasks to fill the need of the department, hospital and its patients. 20. Correctly and consistently adheres to the DI department's contrast policy with all patients. Correctly prepares oral and IV contrast media. 21. Consistently transports patients to and from the department when needed. Assists in any area of the DI department according to the absences of co-workers, extra workloads and emergency need of others. 22. Uses proper lifting techniques and practices safety to ensure the protection of the patient, self, co-workers, hospital property and equipment at all times. 23. Consistently checks order requisition for completeness of information regarding the patient and the exam ordered. Verifies, edits and follow change-order process appropriately with any discrepancies associated with the ordered exam. Performs Cerner and PACS functions to complete all tasks. 24. Maintains work area so that it is orderly, clean and stocked with the appropriate supplies and items needed to prepare the patient and room specific to imaging procedures performed. 25. Follows and improves, as necessary, all policies and procedures approved by HMHD and those specific for the Rad/CT department at each facility within the Hospital District.

Job Types:

Full-time, Part-time Pay:

From $31.00 per hour Ability to

Commute:

Royse City, TX 75189 (Required)

Work Location:

In person