CT Technologist
Company: CARLE
Location: Peoria
Posted on: October 24, 2024
Job Description:
To perform routine and specialized examinations in the specialty
area of CT, adapt procedures to obtain specific diagnostic and/or
therapeutic results; prepare patients for examinations. This
requires independent judgment to adapt procedures to obtain
specific diagnostic results under the direction of a
radiologist
- Clinical ExcellencePerforms procedures in a manner that ensures
an accurate and complete examination within the guidelines,
policies, procedures and standards of Medical Imaging to assigned
patients of all ages. Maintains working knowledge of equipment in
order to function in all aspects of CT.Exhibits competency in
performing and filming CT radiographic and specialized
proceduresDeviates from routines when the patient's condition
requires it or at the request of the radiologistKnowledgeable of
invasive procedures, sterile tray set up, assisting radiologist,
catheters and guidewires, orders labs and pathology tests, and
schedules procedures appropriatelyObtains and documents accurate
pre and post procedure information as applicableFollows JCAHO
patient safety goalsMaintains quality care throughout the
procedureTechnically knowledgeable of equipment operation including
hardware and software, CT 1, CT 2, workstation, printersPerforms
reasonable trouble shootingChecks and observes equipment for
general safety, maintenance, and appropriate operationReports
equipment problems through appropriate channelsMaintains clean work
area, checks and stocks all supplies in their specific area and
verifies pertinent accessories assigned to that room
- Quality of CarePerforms support functions of the Medical
Imaging department to ensure patient expectations and needs are
met.Promptly processes films and paper work according to proper
procedures to ensure timely turn around in providing a report to
the physician's officeMaintains and coordinates patient flow to
ensure efficient and expedient patient care, transporting patients
to and from the department as requiredPromptly and accurately
completes all fields in the HIS STAR Radiology system, i.e. number
of films repeated, contrast reaction, exam data entry, start and
stop times of examMaintains and ensures a safe environment for
patients and personnel and maintenance of the QA, QC, QI
programsDemonstrates a practical problem solving approach to
patient moving and handling issues.Demonstrates skills to promote
patient and staff safety through appropriate use of lift
equipment.
- Relationship BuildingAssumes personal responsibility for
training fellow technologists/students and uses time, supplies and
other resources productively to promote responsive and cost
effective care for our patients.Shares knowledge, guides and
encourages fellow technologists/students with proper department
protocol and proceduresDisplays a professional attitude in the area
toward fellow technologists/students, fostering mutual respect and
creating a productive learning environmentCompletes care while
conserving resources, preventing waste of suppliesUses slow time to
improve area appearance and accept additional assignments such as
cassette cleaning, apron testing and film file duties
Keywords: CARLE, Champaign , CT Technologist, Other , Peoria, Illinois
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