Radiologic Technologist Spec I -CT

Division:Eskenazi Health

Sub-Division: Hospital

Req ID: 22327

Schedule: Part Time

Shift: Weekend Incentive Day Shift

Eskenazi Health serves as the public hospital division of the Health & Hospital Corporation of Marion County. Physicians provide a comprehensive range of primary and specialty care services at the 333-bed hospital and outpatient facilities both on and off of the Eskenazi Health downtown campus including at a network of Eskenazi Health Center sites located throughout Indianapolis.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt

Job Role Summary

The Radiologic Technologist I Cat Scan Specialist performs standard CT procedures on designated sections of the body as required by physician orders. This position reports to the Radiology Supervisor.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Proactively contributes to Eskenazi's mission: Advocate, Care, Teach and Serve with special emphasis on the vulnerable population of Marion County. Models Eskenazi values
• Performs standard CT procedures on designated sections of the body as required by physician orders
• Selects proper exposure factors/protocols for each CT procedure/selects proper settings
• Positions and instructs patients; utilizes protective shielding, immobilization, and supportive devices as required
• Assumes responsibility for the care and safety of the patients undergoing CT procedures
• Transfers images from file to file/archiving system
• Primary imaging performed electronically on PACs
• Performs routinely required paperwork, scheduling, assists Radiologists/managers as needed
• Restores images from PAC system
• Responsible for the operations of the CT injector and properly sets equipment
• Starts an IV and administers IV /oral contrast media with assistance
• Alters activities to reflect/ensure adequate care appropriate to the age of patients served (i.e., adolescent, geriatric, pediatric, neonatal, adult) as described in the area/unit age-specific and/or job specific competencies
• Must remain in compliance with all accreditations including but not limited to: American College of Radiology, Indiana State Department of Health and The Joint Commission education, license and certification requirements.

• Demonstrates skills and knowledge acquired through graduation from a Radiologic Technology Program.
• Bachelor of Science degree with a CT major preferred
• Must be ARRT registered within 6 months of hire which includes compliance with Professional CEU requirements
• Licensed with the State of Indiana as a Radiologic Technologist
• Maintains and shows proof of current CPR Certification

• Ability to use age appropriate communication skills.
• Excellent command of radiologic anatomy as well as cross sectional anatomy
• Knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of patients served
• Must demonstrate growth and development knowledge principles over the life span and possess the ability to assess data/interpret appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to age-specific needs and cognitive abilities detailed in the department/area/unit job competencies
• Knowledge of all radiologic equipment with emphasis on the application of CT, drug utilization, contrast media, pressure injectors, technical procedures (within assigned area)
• Hospital protocols/procedures, safety procedures to minimize risk to patients, coworkers and self
• Knowledgeable of and complies with the Hospital's Infection Control and Communicable Disease policies and procedures
• Ability to:
• follow both written/oral instructions
• handle patient contacts with high degree of tact
• elect proper protocols for all exams
• Fundamental knowledge of computer applications
• Working knowledge of the hospital's EHR System and associated programs
• Will ensure completion of all studies through the EHR system
• Understands and performs required PI tasks and provides adequate documentation.
• Demonstrates flexibility with changing work duties, priorities
• Assists in other departmental areas, i.e., reception areas, transportation of patients and image management
• Displays an ability to be observant and perceptive to changing patient conditions while under their care.
• Reports questionable conditions to physicians/nursing personnel