radiology_technologist – Computed Tomography

Specialty: Computed Tomography
Facility: Norton Healthcare – 4001 Dutchmans Ln, Norton Women’s and Children’s Hospital Louisville, KY
State License: KY
Certs/Licenses: ARRT(CT)BLS
Years of Experience:
Shift: Night Shift: 6p-630a Fri-SunRequired: BLS, ARRT (CT), KY license 3×12 Hr
Guaranteed Hours: 36.00
Description: Specialty: CT TechFacility: Norton HealthcareState License: KYCerts/Licenses: ARRT(CT)BLSYears of Experience: Shift: Night Shift: 6p-630a Fri-SunRequired: BLS, ARRT (CT), KY license 3×12 HrGuaranteed Hours: 36.00Description: Job Summary:The CT Technologist utilizes imaging, computer and other equipment as appropriate to produce and retain high quality diagnostic images which meet or exceed department, organizational and industry standards. Demonstrates thorough knowledge of the human anatomy, physiology, as well as image quality. Applying professional knowledge, prepares patients for the procedure, educates and responds to questions or concerns. Ensures age appropriate approach to communication, safety needs, patient education and principles of physical/functional growth and development. Demonstrates an understanding of patient positioning, imaging technique, radiation safety, imaging equipment, infection control, and quality control techniques. Oversees and trains students providing patient care, treatment and services as part of their training.Job Responsibilities:-Verifies the ordered exam and appropriateness utilizing assessment data and principles of growth and development. Administers contrast as directed. Positions the patient and equipment to achieve the optimal images. Utilizes imaging, computer and other equipment as appropriate to produce and retain high quality diagnostic images which meet or exceed department, organizational and industry standards. Works with physicians to evaluate the images and determine whether or not additional images are needed.-Applies radiation safety technique and devices to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff.-Applying professional knowledge, prepares patients for the procedure, educates and responds to questions or concerns. Ensures age appropriate approach to communication, safety needs, patient education and principles of physical/functional growth and development. null Schedule Notes:Shift: 6p-630a Fri-SunRequired: BLS, ARRT (CT), KY licenseSkills: Required Skills & Experience: -Two (2) years of CT scanning experience required.–Competencies:-Accept accountability for results.-Continually improve care and service.-Demonstrate stewardship of resources.-Respects every person.-Demonstrates set the standard for quality and caring.-Succeed with integrity.Preferred Skills & Experience: -N/A null RequiredCT SCANNINGIMAGINGCOMPUTER EQUIPMENTHUMAN ANATOMYPHYSIOLOGYAdditionalPATIENT EDUCATIONCOMMUNICATIONSAFETY NEEDSPHYSICAL/FUNCTIONAL GROWTH AND DEVELOPMENTPATIENT POSITIONINGIMAGING TECHNIQUERADIATION SAFETYIMAGING EQUIPMENTINFECTION CONTROLQUALITY CONTROL TECHNIQUESIMAGE QUALITYPATIENT PREPARATIONCONTRAST ADMINISTRATIONASSESSMENT DATATRAINING STUDENTSEducation: Required Education: -N/A Preferred Education: -N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: -ARRT(CT) and license for practicing state (KY or IN).-BLS.Preferred Certifications & Licensure: -N/A null;Languages: English ;Read ;Write ;Speak English(Speak, Read, Write)Job Category: Clinical-AlliedApply Non-Billable Orientation: YesApply Cancellation Fee: Apply Cancellation Fee Comments: Shift Hours: 18:00-06:30Shift: NightDepartment Description:; Night Shift: 6p-630a Fri-SunRequired: BLS, ARRT (CT), KY license 3×12 Hr