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Good Shepherd Rehabilitation · 3 months ago

CT / XR Technologist

Center Valley, PA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry Level

1+ years exp

Good Shepherd Rehabilitation is a healthcare organization dedicated to enhancing patient care. They are seeking a CT / XR Technologist to perform computed tomographic and X-ray imaging procedures, ensuring patient safety and effective communication throughout the process.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Enhances patient care through the use of ionizing radiation in an effort to contribute to the diagnosis and treatment plan for all patients requiring computed tomographic and X-ray imaging procedures at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network

Knowledge of computed tomographic and X-ray examinations including procedures that require the use and risks of IV contrast media

Understanding of cross sectional anatomy in the 3 primary planes of imaging, transverse, coronal and sagittal

Capable of adjusting or manipulating scan protocols for CT based upon the patients’ diagnosis in an effort to increase the effectiveness of the imaging procedure

Knowledge of advanced imaging equipment operation in CT and principles of radiation safety

Evaluates each patient’s safety prior to the start of the exam and maintain ALARA

Knowledge of individual patient needs as specifically related to the ordered procedure

Able to assess imaging requirements based upon the patient’s diagnosis, clinical history and physical limitations

Ensures all safety pre-cautionary measures are taken prior to performing a procedure

Able to educate patient on the use and risks of IV contrast and record the patient’s acknowledgement of the education in the medical record

This includes assessing the patients’ cognitive ability to sustain the imaging procedure, assessing laboratory values prior to contrast administration and providing instructions for the ongoing management of a metformin based drug following the administration of iodinated contrast intravenously

When indicated

It also includes identifying any clinical condition which may preclude the administration of oral and / or intravenous contrast administration

Open, accurate and responsive communication, oral or written, on an individual basis or in groups

Must possess the ability to handle multiple tasks / projects and meet deadlines

Demonstrate and maintain ethical and professional conduct with patients, families, physicians, staff, and members of the general public

By greeting customers, both internal and external, in person or on the telephone, answering and triaging inquiries, assisting patients with transportation inquiries and arrangements

By prioritizing, organizing and completing related job responsibilities within acceptable departmental time lines

Capable of multitasking and triaging work without sacrificing customer service

By keeping information confidential, following Good Shepherd’s policy and procedures for release of information, maintaining secure medical records and maintaining security for the contents of the business office

Disposes all protected health care information in the appropriate PHI receptacles

By assisting the department to achieve common goals, demonstrating willingness to provide service at other locations within GSRN as necessary and promoting a positive work environment

Provides services for the radiography and fluoroscopy programs at Good Shepherd

By proposing and investigating new operational methods to achieve positive end results

Qualification

Radiology Technologist certificationComputed Tomography certificationX-ray certificationClinical experienceImaging proceduresCustomer serviceEthical conductCommunication skillsTime management

Required

Associate's Degree in Radiological Science required

1-2 years of clinical experience in either imaging modality in an outpatient or acute care environment with proven competency in neurological, musculoskeletal, and abdominal imaging required

Radiology Technologist certification required

Computed Tomography or Xray certification required