CT / XR Technologist

Day shift / no holiday / no weekends / no call

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* JOB SUMMARY + Enhances patient care through the use of ionizing radiation in an effort to contribute to the diagnosis and treatment plan for all patients requiring computed tomographic and X-ray imaging procedures at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network. * ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE

- Knowledge of computed tomographic and X-ray examinations including procedures that require the use and risks of IV contrast media. - Understanding of cross sectional anatomy in the 3 primary planes of imaging, transverse, coronal and sagittal. - Capable of adjusting or manipulating scan protocols for CT based upon the patients’ diagnosis in an effort to increase the effectiveness of the imaging procedure. + EQUIPMENT OPERATION AND SAFETY

- Knowledge of advanced imaging equipment operation in CT and principles of radiation safety. - Evaluates each patient’s safety prior to the start of the exam and maintain ALARA. + CLINICAL ASSESSMENT

- Knowledge of individual patient needs as specifically related to the ordered procedure. - Able to assess imaging requirements based upon the patient’s diagnosis, clinical history and physical limitations. - Ensures all safety pre-cautionary measures are taken prior to performing a procedure. - Able to educate patient on the use and risks of IV contrast and record the patient’s acknowledgement of the education in the medical record. - This includes assessing the patients’ cognitive ability to sustain the imaging procedure, assessing laboratory values prior to contrast administration and providing instructions for the ongoing management of a metformin based drug following the administration of iodinated contrast intravenously. - When indicated. - It also includes identifying any clinical condition which may preclude the administration of oral and / or intravenous contrast administration. + COMMUNICATION

- Open, accurate and responsive communication, oral or written, on an individual basis or in groups. + EFFICIENCY

- Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks / projects and meet deadlines. + CONDUCT

- Demonstrate and maintain ethical and professional conduct with patients, families, physicians, staff, and members of the general public. + ADDRESSES AND RESPONDS TO CUSTOMER REQUESTS - By greeting customers, both internal and external, in person or on the telephone, answering and triaging inquiries, assisting patients with transportation inquiries and arrangements. + DEMONSTRATES PRODUCTIVE TIME MANAGEMENT

- By prioritizing, organizing and completing related job responsibilities within acceptable departmental time lines. - Capable of multitasking and triaging work without sacrificing customer service. + PROTECTS CUSTOMER AND ORGANIZATION INFORMATION - By keeping information confidential, following Good Shepherd’s policy and procedures for release of information, maintaining secure medical records and maintaining security for the contents of the business office. - Disposes all protected health care information in the appropriate PHI receptacles. + CONTRIBUTES TO TEAM EFFORT

- By assisting the department to achieve common goals, demonstrating willingness to provide service at other locations within GSRN as necessary and promoting a positive work environment. - Provides services for the radiography and fluoroscopy programs at Good Shepherd. - By proposing and investigating new operational methods to achieve positive end results. * QUALIFICATIONS + *To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.*

- Education

• Associate's Degree in Radiological Science required
• Work Experience

• 1-2 years of clinical experience in either imaging modality in an outpatient or acute care environment with proven competency in neurological, musculoskeletal, and abdominal imaging required
• Licenses / Certifications

• Radiology Technologist certification required
• Computed Tomography or Xray certification required

Location: Good Shepherd Rehabilitation · Imaging Center - Divisional Administration

Schedule: Per Diem, Day Shift - 8 hours, 8:00am - 4:30pm