CT Tech - Per Diem at Yale New Haven Health | CT, US | Rezi

CT Tech - Per Diem at Yale New Haven Health

CT Tech - Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health · CT, US

5 days ago

CT Tech - Per Diem

Yale New Haven Health · CT, US

5 days ago
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About the Role

This position is responsible for and requires proficiency in all aspects of CT scanning and patient care. The role involves performing a variety of radiologic procedures at a technical level, assuming responsibility for designated areas or procedures, and frequent contact with acutely ill patients. Exposure to interventional procedures, body fluids, and radiation is expected.

Responsibilities

  • Educate patients on exams, complete intravenous contrast worksheets, and take allergy histories.
  • Prepare rooms with clean linen and load/arm power injectors.
  • Maintain IV start proficiency per Radiology Nurse guidelines.
  • Provide physical assistance to patients on and off the scanner table.
  • Facilitate patient flow, including prioritizing and adding on patients as needed (inpatients, emergency room patients, urgent outpatients).
  • Utilize technical expertise to acquire the highest quality diagnostic scans, adjusting technical factors for body habits, patient age, and weight.
  • Consistently produce diagnostic quality radiographs using proper technical factors and patient positioning.
  • Complete all paperwork and patient documentation accurately and in a timely manner, including exam charging, patient insurance, and maintenance of day logs, PACS, and teleradiology solutions.
  • Accurately annotate ROIs, measurements, reconstructions, and reformations.
  • Maintain good communication among team members and other departments to ensure excellent patient care.
  • Safely operate all equipment according to manufacturer specifications and under safe radiation guidelines.
  • Follow all procedures for safe patient interactions and body mechanics.
  • Adhere to all safety procedures in the handling of hazardous materials and bloodborne pathogens.
  • Meet performance expectations for customer service, teamwork, resource utilization, and staff and self-development.
  • Perform other duties as assigned or directed to ensure smooth operation of the department/unit.

Requirements

  • High school graduate or G.E.D.
  • Graduation from an ARRT approved program in radiologic technology.
  • One to two years of experience in a CT department preferred.
  • Previous radiographic experience required.
  • Current Connecticut State license in Radiographer.
  • BLS required.
  • ARRT (R) and (CT) Registered, with the exception of applicants in the cross-training program who have 10 months after completion to obtain their advanced CT Registry.

Skills

  • CT Scanning
  • Patient Care
  • Radiologic Procedures
  • Intravenous Contrast Administration
  • IV Start Proficiency
  • Patient Positioning
  • Technical Factor Adjustment
  • PACS
  • Teleradiology Solutions
  • Safe Radiation Guidelines
  • Body Mechanics
  • Hazardous Materials Handling
  • Bloodborne Pathogen Safety
  • Customer Service
  • Teamwork
  • Resource Utilization
  • Staff and Self Development

Location

  • Connecticut

Work Type

  • Full-time

Experience Level

  • 1-2 years preferred
  • Previous Radiographic Experience required

Education Level

  • High school graduate or G.E.D.
  • Graduation from an ARRT approved program in radiologic technology.

About the Company

  • To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day.

Equal Opportunity

  • EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran