CT Technologist-Imaging-St. Elizabeth Hospital

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Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0.01

Work Shift:

All (United States of America)

St Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital PRN

JOB SUMMARY (2-4 sentences)

Under the direction and supervision of a radiologist/physician performs all procedures within the CT section of the Department of Radiology.  Also performs general radiographic examinations as required.  Observes all radiation safety guidelines and performs any other duties which assist in the provision of quality patient care according to the mission and values of the health center.

Mission/Core Values:  It is expected that all of the duties and responsibilities of this position will be performed in a manner consistent with the Ministry’s Standards of Behavior (CARE; Compassion: seeks to understand, listen and explain; Advocate: is the voice for the vulnerable;  Respect: demonstrates the highest regard for and welcomes all people; Excellence: commits to the highest standard of quality care, joyful service, and teamwork) and in a manner that reflects the core values of Mercy Health which are: Excellence, Human Dignity, Justice, Compassion, Sacredness of Life and Service. All supervisors and above are expected to model the organizational mission and values through their daily actions, decision making and priority setting. All supervisors and above are expected to develop, implement and monitor short and long range plans to meet or surpass standards consistent with the overall strategic plan.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS (7-10 statements)

% Time               

20%Performs CT imaging examinations, intravenous contrast injections in accordance with hospital guidelines and ensures safety to the patient, public, and self. Prepares equipment and scanning area for patient procedures. Transport or escort patients to and from CT area. Keeps areas stocked at all times and room clean.  Technologist cleans equipment per departmental policy after each patient use. 

10%Performs all clerical duties needed to assist in the patient care process and demonstrates proper documentation of all patient care. 

10%Operates and maintains equipment used and records all maintenance in log books, performs quality control testing as required by department quality assurance plan/coordinator

20%Ensures radiation safety to the patient, public, and self in conjunction with ODH and JC requirements. Educates patients and/or family member to procedure and any other educational requirements. 

10%Maintains competencies of a Radiologic/CT Technologist as required by department, state and federal guidelines. 

10%Adheres to work schedule, and schedules PTO time off per departmental policy. Will be available for rotating emergency call, while also possibly being asked to cover at other facilities within the Mercy Health Youngstown market. Attends departmental staff meetings and in-services as required. Adheres to all - established CareTIME / HR policies. 

10%Cooperates with all personnel in the proper conduct of the department. Maintains ethical relationships. May be requested to assist in the development of techniques for procedures. May assist in the use of a variety of equipment and procedures not routinely employed. Assist others in the department, requests assistance when necessary and demonstrates a team approach to patient care. Assist in developing the skills of students, trainees, or residents.  

10%Delivers on our Promise by always demonstrating excellent patient experience behaviors.  Always conveys compassion and respect for the patient/customer and co-worker.  Consistently delivers the best service experience utilizing the 5 Foot/10 Foot rule, Messages of Caring Out Loud, AIDET, I- care, and other Mercy Health customer experience tools and behaviors.  (Note:  Failure to perform satisfactorily in this essential function will block incumbent from a satisfactory performance evaluation rating.)

100%Must Equal 100%. 

 The above is intended to describe the general content and functions of this job.  It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all duties or responsibilities. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation. The job description is subject to co