Job Category: Allied Health
Work Shift/Schedule: 10 Hr Morning - Afternoon
Northeast Georgia Health System is rooted in a foundation of improving the health of our communities.
About the Role:
Job Summary
Under the direction of a Radiologist/Cardiologist and Supervisor, performs CT and X-ray procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply ionizing radiation for CT and X-ray diagnosis. Use of contrast agents and knowledge of proper technique for certain invasive procedures. Assumes responsibility for designated areas of procedures required. The scope of care includes age groups ranging from newborn to elderly.
Minimum Job Qualifications
Licensure or other certifications: Current ARRT
Educational Requirements: High School Diploma or GED. Graduate of accredited ARRT Program.
Minimum Experience: Applicants to this position must have a minimum of two years recent experience as CT Tech.
Other:
Preferred Job Qualifications
Preferred Licensure or other certifications:
Preferred Educational Requirements:
Preferred Experience: Minimum of two (2) years as experience.
Other:
Job Specific and Unique Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Essential Tasks and Responsibilities
Operate CT and X-ray equipment according to equipment specifications (i.e., operator’s console, work station, injector, reformatting, teleradiology). Adhere to infection control and safety practices. Follow good radiation safety practices (i.e. coning, shielding, film badge monitoring) according to state and federal guidelines. Produce quality images consistently within established protocols. Maintain processors, diagnose processing problems, and take appropriate action. Maintain patient records according to department procedure. Knowledge of appropriate use of contrast media (venipuncture, injector, consent forms, type, quantity, complications). Properly assess patients according to exams ordered with appropriate documentation (i.e. check order, review previous films, check lab values when indicated, prep, screen for possible pregnancy, appropriate history, coordinate with Imaging nurse as appropriate). Provide patient education pertinent to exams being performed and document in patient records. Compliance in accurately and completely utilizing RIS according to department standards (i.e., order, arrive, start, complete, cancel, record complications, IV infiltrate documentation, drug history, repeats, complaints, and transfers), CPAC procedures when indicated. Meet productivity standards defined by the department. Maintain a clean and organized workspace.
Attend department meetings; participate in training of new staff and students.
Commit to continued professional growth and development.
Perform non-technical duties as assigned (i.e., stock rooms, transport patients, clean cassettes).
Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.
Physical Demands
Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of the time.
Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of the time.
Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of the time.
Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%.
Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100%.
Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%.
Intensity of Work: Frequently 31-65%.
Job Requires: Reading, Writing, Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding.
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Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
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