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CT Scan Technologist

Location: Norwalk, CT, United States

Requisition ID: 38954

Salary Range: 31.25 - 58.05 HOURLY

Work Shift: Monday and Friday 7:30am-4pm and every other weekend (Saturday & Sunday) 730a-4pm

FT/PT/PD: PART-TIME

Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt

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Description

Summary:

Provides quality care and meets customer expectations by utilizing advanced technical skills in CT imaging.

Responsibilities:

1. Radiation Safety Criteria A: Follow ALARA principles and scans patient with appropriate exposure and minimal repeatability. Radiation Safety Criteria B: Always wears radiation badge(s) to track personal exposure. Radiation Safety Criteria C: Utilizes bismuth or lead shielding per established protocols. Radiation Safety Criteria D: Monitors CTDI Volume to ensure appropriate dose.

2. Patient Identification and Screening Criteria A: Properly identifies patients by name/DOB as well as introducing himself/herself to the patient by first name. Patient Identification and Screening Criteria B: Reviews prescription for accuracy and completeness, explains procedure, answers questions/concerns and completes/initials history form. Patient Identification and Screening Criteria C: Obtains required bloodwork for GFR clearance and diabetic medication clearance for applicable patients. Patient Identification and Screening Criteria D: Verifies pregnancy status in appropriate patient population and obtains waiver as needed.

3. Oral and IV Contrast Administration Criteria A: Dispenses oral contrast to patients appropriately and gives clear instructions. Oral and IV Contrast Administration Criteria B: Reviews informed consent prior to performing venipuncture for contrast and utilizes aseptic technique when starting heplocks. Oral and IV Contrast Administration Criteria C: Operates power injectors following manufacturer guidelines and selects the appropriate injection protocol for the specific exam. Oral and IV Contrast Administration Criteria D: Monitors injection of contrast, recognizes infiltrations promptly and communicates with the patient throughout the exam.

4. Image Acquisition Criteria A: Reviews prescription and protocol for appropriateness based on clinical information provided. Image Acquisition Criteria B: Positions patients correctly for optimal imaging. Image Acquisition Criteria C: Correct selection and proficiency in scanning established CT protocols. Image Acquisition Criteria D: Covers appropriate anatomy and utilizes proper scan parameters.

5. Workflow and Data Accuracy Criteria A: Respects scheduled appointment times and communicates delays to reception staff and/or patients directly including wait times for Walk-ins. Workflow and Data Accuracy Criteria B: Reviews charge entry and notifies appropriate administrative staff with necessary changes. Workflow and Data Accuracy Criteria C: Completes charge sheet accurately ensuring the CPT4 code matches the exam performed. Workflow and Data Accuracy Criteria D: Starts and completes examination in ADS workflow and records required information on log sheets.

6. Exam Completion Criteria A: Evaluates CT images for technical quality and provides concise relevant history to the Radiologist for interpretation. Exam Completion Criteria B: Performs required post processing and/or transfers appropriate images to dedicated workstations. Exam Completion Criteria C: Ensures prior exams and reports are available for comparison. Exam Completion Criteria D: Scans accompanying paperwork, annotates contrast volume then verifies images in PACS.

7. Responding to Urgent Situations Criteria A: Able to recognize specific psychological (ie. claustrophobia, anxiety) and/or physical needs of patients and determine when further assistance is needed. Responding to Urgent Situations Criteria B: Promptly responds to contrast reactions and/or other situations which require a timely response. Responding to Urgent Situations Criteria C: Documents relevant information on adverse reaction and incident forms. Responding to Urgent Situations Criteria D: Able to locate and use all necessary emergency equipment (code cart, oxygen, blood pressure monitor, pulse oximeter, etc).

8. Infection Control Criteria A: Follows universal precautions including the use of gloves, gowns and masks as appropriate. Infection Control Criteria B: Cleans and disinfects CT suite betw

Other Information:

Education:

High School Graduate or equivalent.

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program.

Credentials:

CT State license.

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

BLS.

Working Conditions:

Manual: significant manual skills/motor coord & finger dexterity

Occupational: Significant occupational risk

Physical Effort: Very Heavy effort. May exert up to 50 lbs. force

Physical Environment: Some exposure to dirt, odors, noise, human waste, etc.

Company: Norwalk Hospital Association

Org Unit: 401

Department: CT Scan

Exempt: No

Salary Range: $31.25 - $58.05 Hourly

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We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation to the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to complete this form or to participate in an interview, please contact Human Resources at 203-739-7330 (for reasonable accommodation requests only). Please provide all information requested to assure that you are considered for current or future opportunities.