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CT Tech, Full Time, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health

Travelers Rest, SCFull-timeNo compensation foundPosted 3w agoChecked 1w ago

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At a glance

Compensation
No compensation found
Location
Travelers Rest, SC
Schedule
Full-time
Work Authorization
Not specified

Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ARRT Registered And Registered In CTCPRSCRQSA Certification

Job overview

Prisma Health is hiring a CT Tech, Full Time, Variable Shifts. The CT Technologist performs a variety of ionizing radiation procedures, operating CT scans as directed while communicating effectively with physicians and staff. They position patients, manage contrast administration, ensure proper documentation, and respond to emergencies. The role also involves training coworkers, maintaining equipment competency, and adhering to Prisma Health’s mission of inspiring health and compassionate service.

Key focus areas include Identify patients and procedures, Communicate with nursing or physician regarding patient, and Fill out questionnaires for all patients.

Important skills include Identify Patients And Procedures, Communicate With Nursing Or Physician, Position Patients Accurately For CT Procedures, Know Scanning Protocols, Perform Procedures Using Protocol Book, and Perform Studies In A Timely Manner. Preferred (not required): 3D Imaging.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Identify Patients and ProceduresCommunicate With Nursing or PhysicianPosition Patients Accurately for CT ProceduresKnow Scanning ProtocolsPerform Procedures Using Protocol BookPerform Studies in a Timely MannerArchive FilmsObtain Appropriate SuppliesPrepare Room for PatientKeep Room Cleaned and StockedUse Proper Technique When Injection IV ContrastEnsure IV Is WorkingChoose Correct Method of InjectionProficient in Filming From Imaging WorkstationMultiplanar ReconstructionRespond to Codes and Emergency SituationsExplain CT Procedure to Patient and/or Family MemberObtain Completed Questionnaire and Proper History and ClinicalInform Patients and Families of DelaysTrain Co-Workers and StudentsAssist Other TechnologistsAcquire Requisition and Check for Appropriate ClinicalCharge Procedure, Supplies and Surgical CodesOperate PAC’s System AppropriatelyVerify Studies Before Sending to ArchiveReport Equipment Problems to SupervisorDocument Confirmation NumbersComplete Appropriate Forms for All ProceduresFill Out Contrast Sheet on All PatientsCommunicate With Radiologist to Determine Appropriate ProtocolsUtilize Correct ProtocolsPerform Procedures as Directed by RadiologistDemonstrate Recognition of Anatomy and PathologyPerform Warm Up CalibrationsMaintain Competency for Working in CT DepartmentPerform Point of Care TestingExcellent Customer Service SkillsBasic Computer SkillsData Entry Skills3D Imaging

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited Radiologic Technology ProgramARRT Registered and Registered in CTCPRSCRQSA Certification

Full job description

Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of procedures applying ionizing radiation. Performs CT scans as directed. Communicates with the physician and other work-related personnel appropriately.

Bonus

This position is bonus eligible, click this link for details​.

Essential Functions

  • All team members are expected to be knowledgeable and compliant with Prisma Health's purpose: Inspire health. Serve with compassion. Be the difference.

  • Identifies patients and procedures. Communicate with nursing or physician concerning patient. Inform nursing of patients that need IV sedation or biopsies. Fill out questionnaires on all patients between the ages of 12-55 yrs. old. Positions patients accurately for all CT procedures. Patients are transferred and positioned correctly for anatomy to be demonstrated for best visibility. Know scanning protocols in depth. Must be able to perform procedures correctly using protocol book for reference. Studies must be done in a timely manner and taken to the radiologist for interpretation as soon as possible after completion of exam. Write time procedure is finished and filmed on patient board. Films must be archived and taken to radiologist for reading. Obtains appropriate supplies and prepares room for patient. Keeps room cleaned and stocked at all times. Adequate supplies and linens must always be available. Tables and trays must be cleaned after each patient. Use proper technique when injection IV contrast. Ensure IV is working and checked first with an injection of saline. Choose correct method of injection (hand or injector). Must be proficient in filming from imaging workstation. 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction. Responds to codes and other emergency situations appropriately.

  • Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member. Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office. Informs patients and families of all delays. Trains co-workers and students. Assist other technologists when not busy in assigned CT room.

  • Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical. Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed. Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time. Adds surgical charges when needed. Operates the PAC’s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive. Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers. Appropriate forms must be completed for all procedures. Fill out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast. A contrast media form must be filled out on all patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients. Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam. Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist. Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist. Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm up calibrations as needed.

  • Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist. Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist. Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm up calibrations as needed. Maintain competency needed for working in the CT department. Performs point of care testing.

  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities

  • This is a non-management job that will report to a supervisor, manager, director or executive.

Minimum Requirements

  • Education - Certification Program. Graduate of accredited Radiologic Technology program

  • Experience - No experience required.

In Lieu Of

  • Team members employed in this job on 11/08/2020 are grandfathered from the minimum requirements noted above.

Required Certifications, Registrations, Licenses

  • ARRT Registered and registered in CT

  • CPR

  • SCRQSA certification (Required for team members working in South Carolina)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

  • Excellent customer service skills

  • 3D Imaging preferred

  • Basic computer skills

  • Data entry skills

Work Shift

Variable (United States of America)

Location

North Greenville Med Campus

Facility

1027 North Greenville Long-Term Acute Care Hospital

Department

10277124 CT Scan

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