CT Tech PRN
Baylor Scott & White Health, Mckinney, TX, United States
Position Details
Setting:
Hospital
Location:
BSW Medical Center McKinney
Shift:
PRN – Various shifts possible: Days, Nights, Weekends
Holiday:
1 major and minor holiday per year
On-Call:
Back‑up call only with rotation approx. every 6 weeks
Requirement:
Min. 1 yr. CT hospital experience
Job Summary
The CT Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs computed tomography (CT) procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.
Essential Functions
Performs high‑quality CT procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels and dose monitoring, and takes appropriate actions if estimated dose exceeds reference levels, including patient follow‑up if necessary.
Demonstrates and understands proper use of iSTAT point‑of‑care testing for obtaining creatinine levels.
Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.
Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection‑control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment.
Reports issues to management or appropriate department, assists in maintaining supplies inventory, and ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and in accordance with department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.
Key Success Factors
Able to perform high‑quality CT procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
Able to provide services in a timely, accurate and cost‑efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
Able to perform tasks independently without routine oversight.
Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
Able to effectively administer first aid and use the emergency cart.
Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
Able to take call, if required.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
Certification, License, Registration
Education: Grad of an Accredited Program
Experience: Min. 1 yr. CT hospital experience
BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire/transfer
Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography (CT).
Must also be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (R) or Nuclear Medicine (N). Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT) is also accepted.
Licensed by State of TX Medical Board as Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
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Setting:
Hospital
Location:
BSW Medical Center McKinney
Shift:
PRN – Various shifts possible: Days, Nights, Weekends
Holiday:
1 major and minor holiday per year
On-Call:
Back‑up call only with rotation approx. every 6 weeks
Requirement:
Min. 1 yr. CT hospital experience
Job Summary
The CT Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs computed tomography (CT) procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.
Essential Functions
Performs high‑quality CT procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels and dose monitoring, and takes appropriate actions if estimated dose exceeds reference levels, including patient follow‑up if necessary.
Demonstrates and understands proper use of iSTAT point‑of‑care testing for obtaining creatinine levels.
Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.
Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position, and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection‑control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment.
Reports issues to management or appropriate department, assists in maintaining supplies inventory, and ensures individuals are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.
Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and in accordance with department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.
Key Success Factors
Able to perform high‑quality CT procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
Able to provide services in a timely, accurate and cost‑efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
Able to perform tasks independently without routine oversight.
Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
Able to effectively administer first aid and use the emergency cart.
Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
Able to take call, if required.
Belonging Statement
We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported.
Certification, License, Registration
Education: Grad of an Accredited Program
Experience: Min. 1 yr. CT hospital experience
BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire/transfer
Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography (CT).
Must also be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (R) or Nuclear Medicine (N). Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT) is also accepted.
Licensed by State of TX Medical Board as Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
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