About this role
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.
This Position Is Responsible For And Being Proficient In All Aspects Of CT Scanning And Patient Care. Performs A Variety Of Radiologic Procedures At A Technical Level; Assumes Responsibility For Designated Areas Or Procedures As Required. Frequent Contact With Acutely Ill Patients; Exposure To Interventional Procedures, Body Fluids, Radiation.
EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran
Responsibilities
- 1. Patient Education- Explanation Of Exam, Completion Of Intravenous Contrast Worksheet, Take Allergy History.
- 2. Room Preparation, Clean Linen, Loading And Arming Of Power Injector
- 3. Maintain Iv Start Proficiency Per Radiology Nurse Guidelines
- 4. Provide Physical Assistance To Patients On And Off Scanner Table
- 5. Facilitate Patient Flow Including Ability To Prioritize And Add-On Patients As Needed, I.E..- Inpatients, Emergency Room Patients, Urgent Outpatients From Doctors Offices
- 6. Technical Expertise For Acquiring Highest Quality Diagnostic Scans Including Ability To Adjust Technical Factors For Body Habits, Patient Age And Weight.
- 7. Consistently Produces Diagnostic Quality Radiographs By Using Proper Technical Factors And Patient Positioning.
- 8. Completes, In An Accurate And Timely Manner, All Paperwork And Patient Documentation (I.E.-Exam Charging, Patient Insurance, And Maintenance Of Day Log, Pacs And Teleradiology Solutions)
- 9. Accurately annotates ROIs, Measurements, Reconstructions, And Reformations.
- 10. Maintaining Good Communication Amongst Team Members And Other Departments To Maximize Excellent Patient Care.
- 11. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer?S Specification And Under Safe Radiation Guidelines.
- 12. Follows All Procedures On Safe Patient Interactions And Body Mechanics.
- 13. Adheres To All Safety Procedures In The Handling Of Hazardous Materials And Blood Borne Pathogens
- 14. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review.
- 15. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Department/Unit.
Qualifications
EDUCATION
Must be a high school graduate or have a G.E.D. Graduation from an ARRT approved program in radiologic technology.
EXPERIENCE
One (1) To Two (2) Years Experience In Ct Department Preferred. Previous Radiographic Experience Required.
LICENSURE
Must hold a current Connecticut State license in Radiographer. BLS Required.
SPECIAL SKILLS
Must be ARRT (R) and (CT) Registered with the exception of applicants in the cross-training program who would have 10 months after the completion of the cross-training program to obtain their advanced CT Registry.
YNHHS Requisition ID
170047
Other facts
About Yale New Haven Health
Yale New Haven Health is making it easier for people to access the latest medical treatments, advanced research and innovations through our five outstanding hospitals – Yale New Haven, Bridgeport, Greenwich, Lawrence + Memorial and Westerly – and our affiliation with the prestigious Yale University and its highly-ranked Yale School of Medicine.
Plus, our patients benefit from access to hundreds of dedicated primary care physicians and specialists in Northeast Medical Group and Yale Medicine. We also have advanced clinical relationships with multiple hospitals and numerous outpatient locations throughout the state so you can get the care you need, when you need it.
As one organization, we’re working together to make health care more patient-focused, more accessible and more cost-effective. Some call it personalized medicine. We call it good care.
For more information, check out the YNHHS Web site: www.ynhhs.org
What you'll do
- The CT Tech is responsible for performing CT scanning and ensuring high-quality patient care. This includes patient education, technical expertise in acquiring diagnostic scans, and maintaining accurate documentation.
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