Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives CT Technologist in Livingston, Texas
Overview
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Medical Director and Director of Imaging Services, operates diagnostic equipment and performs a variety of technical diagnostic imaging procedures related to CT. Performs complete diagnostic imaging tests inclusive of positioning patient, calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings. Maintains patient safety through attention to detail, equipment safety checks, adherence to department policies, and effective communication with physicians, staff and patients. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Assists patients with basic patient care needs. Displays positive support for and promotes the Values, Mission and Vision of St. Luke’s Health Memorial.
Performs CT exams on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of the Medical Director.
Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe and functioning according to diagnostic standards.
Problem-solves equipment failure and imaging quality and contacts service representative or CES regarding equipment problems.
Ensures that daily equipment and room maintenance are performed during/ after each procedure, and that special precautions and measures are performed to ensure infection control standards.
Completes all quality checks and Ensures that equipment logs are maintained.
Completes all clinical supply inventories, ensuring that each diagnostic room is complete with the necessary supplies required to perform the procedure.
Actively Participates with patient testing, performing routine, non-routine, urgent, and emergent patient requests.
Reviews the physician Orders to verify the type of diagnostic test requested and that the indication for the procedure is consistent.
Communicates with Radiologist to obtain proper exam protocol/test design.
Provides specific diagnostic test information to the patient ensuring that the patient is aware of the diagnostic test involvement.
Performs Point of Care testing for lab tests according to hospital guidelines.
Effectively starts IVs following hospital guidelines.
Completes the diagnostic examination and all image post processing.
Demonstrates competency in PACS process and Performs daily QA process.
Completes image processing, including supporting documentation of logs, demographic and diagnostic information required for departmental, hospital and patient record documentation.
Responsible for monitoring and recording radiation dose levels.
Supports department-based goals and contributes to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Rotates weekend/call responsibilities in a professional and accountable fashion if applicable.
Provides the requesting physician with preliminary findings based on diagnostic criteria established for procedure.
Maintains proficiency in ancillary areas of department, i.e., radiology, front desk, patient transport and provides support when needed.
Performs duties in accordance with that of hospital policies and procedures, and regulatory agency guidelines.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Education and Licensure: * After being hired or transferred into a CT Tech position, you have a grace period of 9 months to acquire your CT license.
- Education Level Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program from an accredited institution. Licensure / Certification Required: BLS certification (through an approved AHA program) &Licensed as Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) with Texas Medical Board (TMB) &Registered with American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – ARRT (R) Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Primary Job Focus – CT.Critical thinking skillsProblem solving skillsAlpha/numerical dexterity and handwriting skillsInterpersonal skills Written and oral communication skills Experience Required: One (1) year of experience as a radiographer or one (1) year of radiography clinical rotation experience in a healthcare settingPreferred: One (1) year of experience in discipline or completion of a CT certificate program.
** Please be advised that this location requires quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire. This ongoing competency is required through resources internal to the facility; outside RQI competency resources are not acceptable for CommonSpirit Health compliance requirements.
Pay Range
$26.38 - $38.26 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.