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Organization:
Medical Imaging
Job Summary:
JOB SUMMARY
The CT Technologist performs Computed Tomography procedures in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered.
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KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Performs all computed Tomography procedures according to established department protocols
- Perform appropriate volume of procedures according to patient load
- Ensures that the correct patient information, technical settings, and appropriate slice thickness are entered prior to scanning
- Prepare and administers oral and intravenous contrast media according to established guidelines
- Performs venipuncture when needed using sterile technique
- Completes appropriate patient documentation
- Displays working knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy
- Processes, records, and archives images for evaluation, interpretation, and maintenance purposes
- Completes filming of all cases in a timely fashion according to radiologists’ requirements
- Completes processes to send image data to PACS
- Performs all tasks associated with the proper execution of a CT examination in accordance with the established department and hospital policies and procedures
- Accepts assignments from supervisor in positive manner; recognizes and performs duties that need to be accomplished although not routine
- Restock and maintains assigned work area/equipment in an orderly fashion and ensures that emergency kit is accurately supplied and dated
- Performs necessary cleaning of room and equipment
- Assists in the movement of patients to and from wheelchairs, stretchers, beds and radiographic imaging tables
- Uses appropriate restraint devices as needed
- Performs all assigned RIS transactions to ensure that accurate patient and procedure information is recorded in a timely fashion for the patient medical record and billing purposes
- Completes patient exam in RIS
- Review’s materials and exam charges, edits/corrects as necessary
- Review’s patient exam information in WIZ, edits as necessary
- Performs visual maintenance checks on all equipment used and reports all malfunctions to appropriate personnel
- Perform quality assurance procedures
- Provides clear concise information regarding mechanical problems and service needs
- Records all equipment downtimes in department log and notifies appropriate personnel according to department procedures
- Provides radiation protection to patient, staff and self-according to prescribed safety standards
- Wears and maintains dosimeter badge in a proper fashion
- Demonstrates knowledge of and compliance to radiation safety practices
- Communicate with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of CT Scan procedures to exchange pertinent patient information
- Assists in scheduling of routine and emergency exams
- Handles calls with courtesy and efficiency
- Communicates identified patient related problems using the appropriate chain of command
- Participates in on-call coverage as needed to ensure 24 hour a day coverage
- Displays flexibility, volunteers to work odd shifts as workload demands
- Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures, age range from neonatal to geriatric
- Demonstrates capability of explaining procedures to patient, considers patient’s comfort during procedure, understands emotional response when procedure is completed
- Demonstrates respect for patient’s right to privacy, all matters handled in confidential manner
- Abides by professional code of ethics
- Communicate with hospital staff and physicians in the performance of CT Scan procedures to exchange pertinent patient information
- Assists in scheduling of routine and emergency exams
- Handles calls with courtesy and efficiency
- Communicates identified patient related problems using the appropriate chain of command
- Participates in on-call coverage as needed to ensure 24 hour a day coverage
- Displays flexibility, volunteers to work odd shifts as workload demands
- Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures, age range from neonatal to geriatric
- Demonstrates capability of explaining procedures to patient, considers patient’s comfort during procedure, understands emotional response when procedure is completed
- Demonstrates respect for patient’s right to privacy, all matters handled in confidential manner
- Abides by professional code of ethics
- Assists to identify patient and family learning needs and provides pertinent information regarding the procedure that is appropriate for age and level of learning to the patient and significant other
- Provides verbal education regarding procedure performed that is appropriate for age and level of learning to the patient/significant other
- Completes all documentation forms as required by department
- Completes incident forms and risk management forms in timely manner
- Completes patient education forms and discharge forms in a timely manner
TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES
Allied health is among the fastest growing occupations in healthcare today. This area can be defined as credentialed professionals who perform supportive, diagnostic, and therapeutic health care services to promote health and prevent disease in a variety of settings.
These areas are crucial to Vanderbilt Health’s reputation for excellence in these areas that has made us a major center for patient referrals from throughout the Mid-South.
Each year, people throughout Tennessee and the southeast choose Vanderbilt Health for their health care because of our leadership in medical science and our dedication to treating patients with dignity and compassion.
Core Accountabilities:
Organizational Impact: Delivers job responsibilities that impact own job area/team with some guidance. Problem Solving/ Complexity of work: Uses existing procedures, research and analysis to solve standard job related problems that may require some judgement. Breadth of Knowledge: Requires subject matter knowledge within a professional area to meet job requirements. Team Interaction: Individually contributes to project/ work teams.
Core Capabilities :
Supporting Colleagues: - Develops Self and Others: Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships: Seeks to understand colleagues priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. - Communicates Effectively: Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services: - Serves Others with Compassion: Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. - Solves Complex Problems: Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns to supervisors in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support: Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality: - Performs Excellent Work: Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.- Ensures Continuous Improvement: Shows eagerness to learn new knowledge, technologies, tools or systems and displays willingness to go above and beyond. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements: Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively :- Demonstrates Accountability: Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work/service. - Stewards Organizational Resources: Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions: Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation: - Generates New Ideas: Willingly proposes/accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.- Applies Technology: Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change: Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.
Position Qualifications:
Responsibilities:
Certifications:
LIC-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Licensure-Others
Work Experience:
Relevant Work Experience
Experience Level :
Less than 1 year
Education:
Graduate of an approved discipline specific program
Vanderbilt Health recognizes that diversity is essential for excellence and innovation. We are committed to an inclusive environment where everyone has the chance to thrive and to the principles of equal opportunity and affirmative action. EOE/AA/Women/Minority/Vets/Disabled
