Experienced CT-Radiology-South OKC Freestanding ER/UC Nights PRN

Position Title:

Experienced CT-Radiology-South OKC Freestanding ER/UC Nights PRN

Department:

SOKC Emergency Department

Job Description:

Position Title: CT Technologist - Freestanding Emergency Department PRN

General Description:

Under general supervision, produces specialized images to aid the medical staff in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients using computed tomography equipment and general radiography.

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Operates a computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of a patient’s body for diagnostic purposes.
• Operates standard and portable diagnostic imaging equipment to produce radiographic examinations
• Informs patient of the procedure positions and immobilizes patient and set up any supportive devices necessary to obtain an adequate scan.
• Provide patient care that is essential to the performance of a variety of procedures
• Position patients so desired anatomy will be demonstrated
• Administer contrast/medication in conjunction with imaging procedure.
• Responsible for entering technical data into the computer; evaluates the radiographs and computer generated information to ensure technical quality.
• Serves as a resource person for clinic and medical staff.
• Assist in laboratory testing as needed
• Perform phlebotomy duties, basic laboratory procedures, wound cultures, Point of Care testing, and other care interventions within scope of practice and direction of the prescribing practitioner.

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

Graduate of an accredited Radiography program or within six (6) weeks of graduation. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred.

Experience:

0-3 years of experience. CT experience preferred.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) within 6 months of hire required. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: 

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of Computer Aided Tomography. Good communication skills, able to communicate in a positive clear manner with staff, patients, physicians and other hospital employees. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Ability to organize and analyze statistical data.

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