Radiologist Technologist for CT Technologist in Training Opportunity Full-time With Benefits

CT Technologist in Training  - Full-time Opportunities

Seeking Radiography Technologists interested in advancing career by receiving on the job training for CT Technologist Opportunities.

Training, oversight, and direction will be provided by Radiologists, Radiology Manager, Special Imaging Supervisor, CT Technologists

Requires 2 years in Night Shift position after training.

***Night Shift Opportunity with Benefits and Shift Differential*** 

Job Summary

With direct supervision of a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist and with the direction of the Radiology Manager and Radiologists, receives training in the performance of a variety of computed tomography imaging procedures for an established period. This training will result in an ability to perform all duties associated with the functions of the position of CT Technologist.

Supports, and is responsible for incorporating into job performance, the Frederick Health (FH) mission, vision, core values and customer service philosophy and adheres to the FH Compliance Program, including following all regulatory requirements and the FH Standards of Behavior.

 Example of Essential Functions:

• Learns all CT scanner functions.
• Monitors equipment status indicators to prevent damage.
• Performs correct patient positioning.
• Assists radiologist during CT guided biopsies and aspirations.
• Loads contrast injector.
• Performs Phlebotomy.
• Adheres to Standard precautions and sterile technique.
• Interviews and screens patients concerning sensitivity to contrast material.
• Obtains informed consent.
• Injects Iodinated contrast.
• Ensures all images are in PACS system and ready for radiologist interpretation.
• EMR documentation.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

 Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Certification by ARRT in Radiologic Technology
• CPR Certification
• Possess excellent customer relation’s skills avoiding antagonism, conflicts and undue anxiety.
• Good oral and written communication skills
• Effective learning and study skills
• Ability to handle stressful and crisis situations.
• Good analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to handle stressful work with patients having potentially disabling or terminal conditions.
• Ability to troubleshoot and resolve minor equipment problems.
• Ability to recognize and respond to contrast medium reactions.
• Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

 Minimum Education, Training, and Experience Required:

• Graduate of a JRCERT approved program in Radiologic Technology
• MD State Certification as a Medical Radiation Technologist
• Minimum of one year experience as a Radiologic Technologist OR on-the-job clinical experience within Frederick Health Radiology Department
• CPR Certification

 Patient Contact

Must demonstrate and maintain current knowledge and skills in providing appropriate care/contact for patients in the following age groups:

•             _X_      Neonate (0 thru 30 days)
•             _X_      Infant (31 thru 12 months)
•             _X_      Child (13 months thru 12 years)
•             _X_      Adolescent (13 years thru 17 years)
•             _X_      Adult (18 years thru 65 years)
•             _X_      Geriatric (66+ years)

 Physical Demands:

Medium-Heavy Work – Lifting up to 75 pounds on an infrequent basis (less than one lift every three minutes) and/or carrying up to 35 pounds while walking.  Pushing or pulling up to 115 pounds infrequently or greater than 115 pounds occasionally (no more than once per hour).

Ergonomic Risk Factors: