CT Radiographer-Valley Forge
Job ID: 194096
Category: Technician/Technologists
Work Type: PT 20+ HOURS
Location: Berwyn, PA, United States
Work Schedule: Wed, Thurs, Fri. Hours- 6:30 am to 3:00 pm.
Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Penn Medicine Valley Forge is looking for a part-time CT Tech!!!
Summary:
- Performs a variety of general imaging procedures, is responsible for patient safety protocols and assists the Radiologists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures. Will function as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishments of their imaging needs. Will treat all patients professionally.
Responsibilities:
1. Review Imaging orders to determine type of exam, pertinent clinical history and views needed prior to the actual imaging of the patient.
2. Operates Imaging equipment using proper techniques and patient positioning to produce high quality images. Operates and troubleshoots scanner, prepares and operates contrast injector. Aids radiologists, doctors and other UPHS team members in completing procedures according to applicable CT protocol.
3. Greets patients--confirming their identifications performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed, completes exam in the computer system and makes changes as necessary, documents procedure code for billing purpose.
4. Performs quality assurance testing consistent with section protocols.
5. Effectively operate the organizational RIS and PACs systems throughout their daily workflow
6. Compliance with OSHA, TJC, DOH and other mandated safety procedures or regulations.
7. Maintains necessary inventory supplies for assigned workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.
8. Participates in the clinical education of students as appropriate
9. Monitors the patient’s status, tolerance and wellbeing throughout and after the study
10. Responds to emergency situations according to department policies
11. Calls in results of STATS and other cases as determined by the Radiologist and department policy
Credentials:
- Must be ARRT and registered in Cat Scan (Required)
- Current and valid CPR certification (Required)
Education or Equivalent Experience:
- H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
- Graduate of approved Radiology Technology (Required)
- Must be ARRT and registered in Cat Scan (Required)
- Continuing Education credits ss determined by ARRT. (Required)
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