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About the Role

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is seeking a Certified Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist to perform diagnostic CT and radiologic examinations on-site at the Syracuse VAMC in Syracuse, NY.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic CT and radiologic examinations.
Conduct a full range of CT examinations, including studies with and without contrast.
Perform general X-ray examinations as required.
Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and spiral, multislice, and 3D CT imaging.
Perform specialized examinations, including drainage procedures, biopsies, and peripheral vascular studies.
Operate CT scanners, including 128-slice scanners.
Position patients and adjust equipment to obtain diagnostically acceptable images.
Evaluate images for clarity and accuracy and take corrective action when appropriate.
Prepare digital images for radiologist interpretation using the Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
Support cardiac CT examinations using retrospective and prospective gating.
Assist with CT fluoroscopy-guided procedures, including lung biopsies, radiofrequency ablation, cryoablation, and microwave ablation.
Properly prepare sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, catheters, and other equipment for radiologists.
Apply experience with portable imaging, C-arm procedures, and pain-management cases.
Demonstrate knowledge of intravenous contrast agents and hydration procedures.
Prepare contrast agents as required.
Accurately track reportable CT radiation doses.
Follow applicable radiation-safety guidelines and protect patients from unnecessary radiation exposure.
Assess patient needs, explain procedures, answer questions, and provide reassurance.
Monitor patients for potentially dangerous physical or emotional changes during examinations.
Recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
Ensure patients understand discharge instructions before leaving the care area.
Record examination information and enter data into patient information systems.
Review pending cases daily and document delayed examinations in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS), including the reason for delay and the plan for completion.
Maintain accurate records of examinations performed and associated radiation doses.
Complete scheduled and unscheduled work accurately and promptly.
Clean and disinfect equipment and workspaces according to standard operating procedures.
Recognize equipment malfunctions, make appropriate adjustments, or refer equipment for repair.
Follow infection-control, radiation-safety, patient-safety, and environmental-of-care requirements.
Report and document patient-safety incidents in accordance with VA procedures.
Communicate courteously and effectively with veterans, families, coworkers, and supervisors.
Follow professional ethics, VA facility policies, and applicable technical standards.
Maintain confidentiality and comply with medical-record privacy requirements.
Provide 1 full-time equivalent (FTE) of CT coverage, generally five days per week or on a compressed schedule when permitted.
Maintain coverage during assigned shifts and provide after-hours, on-call, weekend, or holiday coverage when required.
Meet VA clinic wait-time and consultation-completion expectations.
Adhere to all VA policies, procedures and professional standards of care.
Follow all established patient safety and infection control standards of care.
Maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and VA policies.
Document care accurately in the Electronic Health Record (EHR).
Attend staff meetings as required by the VA facility Chief of Service, Nursing Executive, or designee.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

ARRT certification in Computed Tomography and Diagnostic X-ray.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and CT imaging techniques, including 3D reconstruction.
Experience with contrast and non-contrast CT examinations, IV contrast agents, and hydration procedures.
Experience with cardiac CT, CT-guided interventions, and 128-slice scanners.
Knowledge of PACS and the ability to assess image quality.
Appropriate licensure, VA credentialing and privileging approval, and required training.
Minimum three (3) year experience in direct patient care performing CT specific modality therapeutic and supportive tasks.
Active BLS Card.
Proven ability to speak, understand, read, and write English fluently.
Authorized to work in the U.S. indefinitely without sponsorship.
Ability to obtain public trust.

Skills

Computed Tomography (CT)
Radiologic examinations
Cross-sectional anatomy
Spiral CT imaging
Multislice CT imaging
3D CT imaging
Drainage procedures
Biopsies
Peripheral vascular studies
CT abdomen I- and I+
Low dose chest CT
Chest CT I- I+
CT Head Neck Chest I- I +
CT Cervical, Thoracic, Lumbar spine
CT Cystogram
CT facial bones
CT IVP
CT PE protocol
CTA of the head
CTA neck
CTA Abdomen, Pelvis
CT GI Bleed
CT soft-tissue neck
CT Post EVAR
CT renal mass
CT IAC
Ct Biopsies
Imaging equipment operation
Image quality assessment
Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)
Cardiac CT examinations
Retrospective gating
Prospective gating
CT fluoroscopy-guided procedures
Radiofrequency ablation
Cryoablation
Microwave ablation
Sterile supply preparation
Local anesthetic administration
Contrast material preparation
Catheter preparation
Portable imaging
C-arm procedures
Pain-management cases
Contrast administration
Radiation-dose tracking
Intravenous contrast agents
Hydration procedures
Radiation-safety guidelines
Patient monitoring
Clinical documentation
Patient information systems
Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS)
Equipment maintenance
Infection control
Patient safety
Environmental-of-care requirements
Patient-centered care
Professional ethics
HIPAA
Electronic Health Record (EHR)

Location

Syracuse, NY

Work Type

On-site
Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum three (3) year experience in direct patient care performing CT specific modality therapeutic and supportive tasks

Education Level

ARRT certification in Computed Tomography and Diagnostic X-ray
Active BLS Card

Salary/Compensations

$65.00 / Hour + $5.42 H&W

Benefits

Health coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Flexible spending accounts
Disability insurance
Life insurance
Retirement plan
Paid time off

About the Company

Prometheus Federal Services (PFS) is a trusted partner of federal health agencies.

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, political affiliation, military service, or other status protected by law.
PFS is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application or interview process, please contact us at recruiting@pfs.us. Reasonable accommodations are available to ensure applicants with disabilities have equal access to the hiring process, in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable laws.