Equiliem
Local Contract CT Technologist - $58-61 per hour
Equiliem, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Equiliem is seeking a local contract CT Technologist for a local contract job in Cincinnati, Ohio.Job Description & Requirements
Specialty:
CT TechnologistDiscipline:
Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date:
12/16/2024Duration:
13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:
10 hours, eveningsEmployment Type:
Local Contract
Job Description:To operate CT scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body part as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and able to function independently with minimal supervision.
Job Responsibilities:-Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate.-Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current medications, allergy information and completed questionnaire.-Explains procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding.-Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can.-Communicates with all customers, co workers, physicians and their office staff in a professional manner respecting differences.-Adheres to all hospital/Imaging Center policies and Excel core values striving to exceed expectations.-Positions patient, scans, and archives procedures according to established protocol producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters.-Utilizes proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patient for contrast media administration as necessary. Administers contrast media for the proper completion of CT scans according to established protocol or as directed by a physician. Labels syringes appropriately according to policy.-Properly identify, prepare, administer and document various medications used during procedures.-Reconciles patient medications to ensure the patients' current medications will not interact with the contrast media used.-Completes all work in a timely, efficient, productive manner.-Assists co workers in other modalities as appropriate, starting IV's, completing computer functions, preparation of patients.-Assists physician with invasive procedures as applicable.-Verifies physician orders for accuracy and act upon appropriately.-Utilizes appropriate radiation reducing techniques that do not compromise high quality images.-Protects patients, self and all other personnel from radiation exposure.-Wears and stores dosimeter appropriately, switching out monthly and in a timely manner.-Uses appropriate devices for moving patients to protect the patient as well as self.-Observe patient and assists as necessary to minimize risk of falls or other injury.
Required Skills & Experience:-Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation and sterile techniques/procedures.-Patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers).
Preferred Skills & Experience:-Minimum 2 years related experience.
Schedule Notes:Duration: 13 weeks Shift: M-F 2:30P-1A (10 hours) or 12:30P-1A (12 hours)-12:30P-11P (10 hours) or 10:30A-11P (12 hours)
Required: CT registered 2+ years CT experience Preferred: Phillips CT, Bracco injector, EPIC, PACS: MCKESSON, OP, IP,& ER EXAMS: Cardiac, TAVR, CTA, Code stroke, HD, CAP
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Specialty:
CT TechnologistDiscipline:
Allied Health ProfessionalStart Date:
12/16/2024Duration:
13 weeks40 hours per weekShift:
10 hours, eveningsEmployment Type:
Local Contract
Job Description:To operate CT scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body part as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and able to function independently with minimal supervision.
Job Responsibilities:-Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate.-Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current medications, allergy information and completed questionnaire.-Explains procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding.-Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can.-Communicates with all customers, co workers, physicians and their office staff in a professional manner respecting differences.-Adheres to all hospital/Imaging Center policies and Excel core values striving to exceed expectations.-Positions patient, scans, and archives procedures according to established protocol producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters.-Utilizes proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patient for contrast media administration as necessary. Administers contrast media for the proper completion of CT scans according to established protocol or as directed by a physician. Labels syringes appropriately according to policy.-Properly identify, prepare, administer and document various medications used during procedures.-Reconciles patient medications to ensure the patients' current medications will not interact with the contrast media used.-Completes all work in a timely, efficient, productive manner.-Assists co workers in other modalities as appropriate, starting IV's, completing computer functions, preparation of patients.-Assists physician with invasive procedures as applicable.-Verifies physician orders for accuracy and act upon appropriately.-Utilizes appropriate radiation reducing techniques that do not compromise high quality images.-Protects patients, self and all other personnel from radiation exposure.-Wears and stores dosimeter appropriately, switching out monthly and in a timely manner.-Uses appropriate devices for moving patients to protect the patient as well as self.-Observe patient and assists as necessary to minimize risk of falls or other injury.
Required Skills & Experience:-Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation and sterile techniques/procedures.-Patient positioning and equipment operation (x-ray machines and printers).
Preferred Skills & Experience:-Minimum 2 years related experience.
Schedule Notes:Duration: 13 weeks Shift: M-F 2:30P-1A (10 hours) or 12:30P-1A (12 hours)-12:30P-11P (10 hours) or 10:30A-11P (12 hours)
Required: CT registered 2+ years CT experience Preferred: Phillips CT, Bracco injector, EPIC, PACS: MCKESSON, OP, IP,& ER EXAMS: Cardiac, TAVR, CTA, Code stroke, HD, CAP
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