Travel CT Technologist - $2,796 per week

Company: Froedtert Health - 1700 West Paradise Drive
Location: West Bend
Posted on: November 8, 2024

Job Description:

• Job Details
• At the direction of a radiologist operates computed tomography (CT) and related equipment.
• Performs CT studies according to specific guidelines, prescribed protocols and utilizing appropriate radiation protection measures.
• Reviews images; archives with associated patient data.
• Interacts with imaging personnel, nursing and medical staff, patients and visitors.
• Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Job Requirements
  • Minimum of one year, full time equivalent, clinical experience in Diagnostic Radiology is required.
  • Performs routine and 'special' CT examinations according to medical/department standards and protocols, and within proper guidelines of radiation safety and OSHA standards, as well as meeting quality requirements.
  • Follows established guidelines for radiation safety including adhering to ALARA, wearing dosimeters and using proper shielding when appropriate; educates patients, family members, staff and providers regarding use, as appropriate.
  • Operates all CT imaging and related equipment according to protocols as defined by manufacturer, organization or other accepted authority.
  • Recognizes and reports equipment malfunctions or other technical issues to the appropriate resources.
  • Troubleshoots equipment issues before calling for service.
  • Demonstrates competence in venipuncture technique/ blood draws/IV starts according to medical and dept. standards.
  • Knowledgeable regarding types and uses of contrast, as well as recognizing and responding to contrast reactions, side effects and extravasations including proper documentation.
  • Demonstrates competence in use of auto-injector, including loading, monitoring and recognizing/addressing function issues.
  • Maintains all competencies related to use of point of care testing equipment and is able to perform lab testing with minimal errors.
  • Prepares patients for studies by answering questions and providing clear explanations; provides appropriate instructions and positioning to obtain optimum image quality.
  • Assists patients throughout exam; thanks patient at conclusion and hands out thank you cards.
  • Matches orders, images and archives to PACS while ensuring integrity of the data.
  • Approves images prior to processing.
  • Performs PACS reconciliations accurately and completely without follow-up, and assists other medical and clinical staff with image quality concerns.
  • Demonstrates proficiency and knowledge of EPIC.
  • Enters orders, checks in patients through beginning and ending exams.
  • Bills supplies, documents notes and allergies, reviews patient history for pertinent clinical information and contraindications, and performs end of day reconciliation for all exams performed.
  • Completes all requested/required documentation in a timely manner.
  • Information is complete and accurate when submitted, including pre-imaging questionnaires, on-line reports, progress and ED notes, cancel-credit forms, allergy information, consents and others as needed, and requires no follow-up.

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