Covenant HealthCare · 5 months ago
CT TECH
Saginaw, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Entry Level
1+ years expCovenant HealthCare is committed to providing Extraordinary Care for Every Generation. The CT Technologist is responsible for performing advanced computer tomography applications, ensuring patient care, and collaborating with radiologists to produce high-quality imaging for medical interpretation.
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Responsibilities
Models Covenant's Mission, Vision and WE CARE Values of Extraordinary Care for Every Generation
Has clinical contact with patients in all age groups (neonatal, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric) and is able to appropriately assess, care for and treat them according to the age appropriate care guidelines as defined by Covenant HealthCare
Prepares patient for procedures, providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety
Selects proper technical factors and operates equipment and accessories as directed
Positions patient and equipment to best demonstrate the anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort
Assesses, plans, provides intervention and evaluates care for each patient based on their ages to avoid unnecessary radiation exposure
Obtains and verifies patient's clinical history, ensuring that information is documented and readily available to the interpreting physician in an accurate and timely manner
Prepares and administers contrast media per department protocol
Evaluates images and data for technical quality, manipulates display parameters assuring proper identification is evident
Provide appropriate interpretive worksheets for applicable examinations and perform a variety of post processing applications on CT data sets
Operates computer software for production of 3-D CTA images and reconstructions from CT data sets for optimal visualization of patient's anatomic structures
Works in conjunction with radiologists and other clinicians to ensure that the post processed images are of maximal clinical value
Perform and assist with advanced CTA applications including but not limited to cardiac analysis, and /or 3-D CTA renderings in head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and extremities
Produces quantitative measurements when indicated
Ensures that images requiring post processing or manipulation are networked to appropriate workstations, and processed images are networked to PACS and other viewing or archival systems in a timely manner
Uses RIS (radiology information system) to update scheduling and billing records, indicating that a 3-D procedure was performed, and linked to the correct exam
Maintains flexibility to ensure department workload consistency
Demonstrates knowledge of radiation safety, hospital safety and infection control policies and procedures, maintaining a safe and clean environment
Maintains the professional competence, knowledge, and skills necessary for the satisfactory performance of all assigned responsibilities
Completes required continuous training and education, including department specific requirements
Preserves patients' privacy and maintains confidentiality of patients' information
Ensures that services are provided in accordance with state and Federal regulations, organizational policy, and accreditation / compliance requirements
Anticipates customer needs and provides services to all customers, including patients, physicians, hospital departments, and staff
Coordinates requests for services, information, records, and data on a timely basis
Researches and resolves problems
Ensures that patients, their families, visitors, and employees are treated with kindness and respect
Demonstrates teamwork and integrity in all work-related activities
Establishes and maintains effective working relationships within the organization
Attends mandatory internal and external meetings and in-services as required
Maintains proficiency in all computer functionally necessary to perform job duties (RIS, PACS, QC, email, etc.) Performs other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
ARRT registered (RT) and radiography (R) and/or computed tomography (CT) certified and/or NMTCB registered (CNMT)
Current BCLS certification
Well versed in anatomy, cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, medical terminology
Documented evidence of education based on observation, hands-on experience, and/or didactic instruction with CT scanners and workstations
Possesses strong interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), and a proven ability to work effectively with a diverse audience
Time management and organizational skills
Self directed
Ability to make quality, independent decisions
Analytical and strong problem solving skills
Ability to work effectively and efficiently under tight deadlines, high volumes and multiple interruptions
Ability to maintain punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards
Frequent lifting up to 10 lbs
Frequent walking, sitting, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling
Frequent balancing, twisting, reaching, handling, feeling, talking
Frequent hearing, near vision, midrange vision, far vision
Frequent depth perception, visual accommodation, color vision
Frequent field of vision
Occasional lifting up to 50 lbs
Occasional standing, stooping, crouching, squatting
Preferred
One (1) year current CT experience
Company
Covenant HealthCare
Covenant HealthCare is a group of six private acute medical hospitals.
1001-5000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2002-01-01Acquired
Leadership Team
Beth Charlton
Vice President Patient Services and Chief Nursing Officer
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