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TECHNOLOGIST, RAD II-CT SCAN
HahhhWorcester, Western Cape, South Africa30+ days ago
Job descriptionExemption Status : Non-Exempt Schedule Details : Sunday through Saturday Scheduled Hours : 7a-7p / 11a-11p / 7p-7a Shift : 4 - Mixed Shift, 12.5 Hours (United States of America) Hours : Cost Center : 10020 - 3578 Cat ScanThis position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.# # Everyone Is a Caregiver At UMass Memorial Health, everyone is a caregiver – regardless of their title or responsibilities. Exceptional patient care, academic excellence and leading-edge research make UMass Memorial the premier health system of Central Massachusetts, and a place where we can help you build the career you deserve. We are more than 20,000 employees, working together as one health system in a relentless pursuit of healing for our patients, community and each other. And everyone, in their own unique way, plays an important part, every day.Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty always. Performs Computerized Axial Tomography Scan procedures according to department procedure using standard C.A.T. Scan equipment to apply prescribed ionizing radiation to assist physicians in the screening and diagnosis of patient illness and injury for patients of all ages. Performs related tasks such as assisting patients in positioning for correct anatomical exposure, maintaining order and cleanliness of work area and performing routine clerical tasks. Works as technologist and performs duties in other areas and / or modalities as necessary.I. Major Responsibilities : 1. Provides care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for C.A.T. scans. Prepares patient for exams as required and insures patient comfort and modesty always. Obtains and reviews the requisition for C.A.T. Scan. Properly identifies patients according to the NPSG. Reviews Radiologist imaging protocol, patient questionnaire and medication home list before any procedure is performed. 2. Participates in transfer of patients if needed, positions and instructs patients regarding the procedure to obtain the desired diagnostic image and results. 3. Follows all department established and appropriate policies and procedures as required. Makes changes and adjustments to techniques as required by observance of Radiologist to obtain a high-quality study with the lowest possible dose. 4. Provides protection to unaffected areas of the body from radiation exposure utilizing lead shields in accordance with prescribed safety standards. 5. Performs complex specialized tasks associated with the performance of CAT scans. Sets up and operates CT Scanner for all CT interventional studies, which include biopsies, drainage, aspirations, and spinal injections. 6. Assists Radiologist during procedures as required. 7. Evaluate CT scans for technical quality; collates processed images in sequence and appropriate label. Evaluates CT scans to determine if additional scanning is required. Perform 2 and 3 dimensional reformations of CT scans as per protocol or Radiologist direction. Charge procedures and supplies in department RIS system. Ensures that CT studies, examination requisitions and other related records are properly completed for proper patient identification, statistical and billing purposes. 8. Prepares CT images for reading by Radiologist through PACs. Starts IVs and administers oral and IV contrast as per policy and protocol. Verifies there are no contraindications to the administration of contrast and notifies Radiologist. 9. Orients and trains new CT Technologists and students. 10. Maintain accurate patient records, documents all CT information; including contrast reactions through the occurrence reporting system, radiation dose, and contrast dose. 11. Stocks and cleans scanner rooms, and notifies supervisor of supply needs. 12. Transport patients as needed. 13. Works as Radiographic Technologist and performs duties in other areas and / or modalities as needed. Maintains competence in standard radiologic procedures by rotating into radiology areas as assigned. 14. Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdown immediately to supervisor. Takes defective equipment out of service. 15. Maintains work area in clean and orderly condition and ensures that examination rooms are properly supplied with equipment and materials. Initiates requisitions for supplies as required 16. Understands and practices ALARA principles of Radiation Protection including the use and exchange of personal dosimeters.Standard Staffing Level Responsibilities : 1. Complies with established departmental policies, procedures and objectives. 2. Attends variety of meetings, conferences, seminars as required or directed. 3. Demonstrates use of Quality Improvement in daily operations. 4. Complies with all health and safety regulations and requirements. 5. Respects diverse views and approaches, demonstrates Standards of Respect, and contributes to creating and maintaining an environment of professionalism, tolerance, civility and acceptance toward all employees, patients and visitors. 6. Maintains, regular, reliable, and predictable attendance. 7. Performs other similar and related duties as required or directed.All responsibilities are essential job functions.II. Position Qualifications : License / Certification / Education : Required : 1. ARRT certification in Radiology is required. 2. RTR licensure in Commonwealth Massachusetts is required. 3. CT modality requires a Sub-specialty (CT) certification within 1 year of employment. 4. BLS certification is required. 5. Maintaining all area specific CEUs for ARRT, DPH according to regulation is required.Unless certification, licensure or registration is required, an equivalent combination of education and experience which provides proficiency in the areas of responsibility listed in this description may be substituted for the above requirements.Department-specific competencies and their measurements will be developed and maintained in the individual departments. The competencies will be maintained and attached to the departmental job description. Responsible managers will review competencies with position incumbents.III. Physical Demands and Environmental Conditions : Work is considered sedentary. Position requires work indoors in a normal office environment.Physical Demands should be adjusted as necessary. If the position requires that the individual be required to lift things, climb, move things, stand or walk for prolonged periods of time or engage in other physical activities, those activities should be generally described along with the approximate frequency of those activities.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.We’re striving to make respect a part of everything we do at UMass Memorial Health – for our patients, our community and each other. Our six Standards of Respect are : Acknowledge, Listen, Communicate, Be Responsive, Be a Team Player and Be Kind. If you share these Standards of Respect, we hope you will join our team and help us make respect our standard for everyone, every day.As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.If you are unable to submit an application because of incompatible assistive technology or a disability, please contact
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