CT Tech Training Program - ARRT Required - VUH

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Organization : Computed Tomography

Job Summary : JOB SUMMARY

Performs all CT procedures in accordance with established department policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered.

CT TRAINING JOB SUMMARY

To learn or enhance CT skills to perform procedures in accordance with established department policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered.

Program Description :

The CT Program at Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is a 6-month training program that provides asynchronous online coursework and in-person clinical training for prospective CT technologists. Coursework focuses on clinical procedures, patient care and safety, anatomy and physiology, and physics and instrumentation. Lectures are provided by VUMC faculty and staff which includes physicians, physicists, technologists, and administrators. The curriculum includes a comprehensive board review course prior to taking the national certification exam (ARRT(CT)).

Online coursework enables working professionals to fit CT education around their own schedules. Though students are expected to adhere to a pre-established timeline, much of the coursework is self-paced. Students are expected to spend up to 4 hours per week on didactic coursework. Clinical rotation shifts are coordinated between the CT Program and VUMC Radiology. During imaging rotations, each student is designated to a single, independent work assignment supervised by a board-certified technologist. Proficiency in clinical competencies is required during rotations.

Timeline : 6 months

Didactic Component

Class Format : Online, Asynchronous

Total Coursework Hours : approx. 80

Clinical Component

Total Minimum Clinical Hours : 300

Minimum Average Hours per Week : 12

Qualifications :

Certification in CT is a post-primary specialty. Qualified applicants must have certification in at least one of three primary pathways : radiography, nuclear medicine technology, or radiation therapy. Specifically, the program accepts students who have the following certifications :

Radiography (X-ray) Tech : R.T.(R)(ARRT)

Radiation Therapy Tech : R.T.(T)(ARRT)

Nuclear Medicine Tech : R.T.(N)(ARRT); CNMT (NMTCB)

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

Sign On :

$7,500 Sign On, paid out over 18 months.

The sign-on bonus is not applicable to current VUMC staff or former staff who have worked for VUMC in the past twelve months. The sign-on bonus is only available for full-time positions.

JOB SUMMARY

After program completion will be able to Perform all CT procedures in accordance with established department policies and procedures to ensure the best possible patient care services are delivered.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Reviews radiology exam requests and patient identification to ensure safe, appropriate and cost effective imaging.
• Applies broad range of skills to ensure exam is completed timely and meets quality and compliance standards.
• Provides appropriate CT screening process to patients, staff and self according to prescribed safety standards.
• The responsibilities listed are a general overview of the position and additional duties may be assigned.

TECHNICAL CAPABILITIES

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

"Medium Work" category requiring exertion up to 50lbs of force occasionally and / or up to 20 of force frequently and / or up to 10 of force continually to move objects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Taste : Ability to detect quality, texture, consistency and taste of prepared foods / quality control. - Not Applicable

Feeling : Ability to perceive size, shape, temperature, texture by touch with fingertips. - Not Applicable

Noise : May include exposure to occupational noise levels which equal or exceed an 8-hr time-weighted average of 85 decibels, requiring enrollment in VUMC's Hearing Conservation Program which includes training, use of hearing protection, and periodic audiometry. - Not Applicable

Smell : Ability to detect and identify odors. - Continuous

Auditory : Perceiving the variances of sounds, tones and pitches and able to focus on single source of auditory information - Continuous

Vision : Clarity of near vision at 20 inches or less and far vision at 20 feet or more with depth perception, peripheral vision, color vision. - Continuous

Fingering : Picking, pinching, gripping, working primarily with fingers requiring fine manipulation. - Frequent

Communication : Expressing or exchanging written / verbal / electronic information. - Continuous

Handling : Seizing, holding, grasping, turning or otherwise working with hand or hands. - Frequent

Reaching below shoulders : Extending arms in any direction below shoulders. - Frequent

Reaching above shoulders : Extending arms in any direction above shoulders. - Occasional

Crouching / Squatting : Bending body downward and forward by bending legs and spine.Reaching above shoulders : Extending arms in any direction above shoulders. - Occasional

Kneeling : Bending legs at knees to come to rest on knee or knees. - Occasional

Crawling : Moving about on hands and knees or hands and feet. - Not Applicable

Balancing : Maintaining body equilibrium to prevent falling when walking, standing, crouching or maneuvering self, patient and equipment simultaneously while working in large and small spaces - Frequent

Climbing : Ascending or descending stairs / ramps using feet and legs and / or hands and arms. - Occasional

Bending / Stooping : Trunk bending downward and forward by bending spine at waist requiring full use of lower extremities and back muscles - Frequent

Push / Pull : Exerting force to move objects away from or toward. - Frequent

Carrying over 35 lbs : Transporting an object holding in hands, arms or shoulders, with help of coworkers or assistive device. - Not Applicable

Carrying under 35 lbs : Transporting an object holding in hands, arms or shoulders, with help of coworkers or assistive device. - Occasional

Lifting over 35 lbs : Raising and lowering objects from one level to another, includes upward pulling over 35 lbs, with help of coworkers or assistive device - Occasional

Lifting under 35 lbs : Raising and lowering objects under 35 lbs from one level to another - Occasional

Standing : Remaining on one's feet without moving. - Occasional

Walking : Moving about on foot. - Occasional

Sitting : Remaining in seated position - Frequent

Mist - Not Applicable

Odor - Not Applicable

Electrical current - Not Applicable

Working in high, exposed places - Not Applicable

Proximity to moving mechanical parts - Not Applicable

Pathogens : Risk of exposure to bloodborne pathogens and other contagious illnesses. - Frequent

Chemicals and Gasses : Medications, cleaning chemicals, oxygen, other medical gases used in work area. - Frequent

Climate : Ability to withstand exposure to atmospheric extremes including heat, cold, humidity, and barometric pressure changes. - Not Applicable

Radiation : May be exposed to occupational radiation, requiring enrollment in VUMC's Radiation Safety Program which includes training, use of personal protective equipment with lead shielding, and personal dose monitoring. - Frequent

Dust - Not Applicable

Bimanual Dexterity : Requiring the use of both hands.

Vibration : Subject to oscillating movement. - Not Applicable

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Core Accountabilities :

Organizational Impact : Delivers job responsibilities that impact own job area / team with some guidance. Problem Solving / Complexity of work : Uses existing procedures, research and analysis to solve standard job related problems that may require some judgement. Breadth of Knowledge : Requires subject matter knowledge within a professional area to meet job requirements. Team Interaction : Individually contributes to project / work teams.

Core Capabilities :

Supporting Colleagues : - Develops Self and Others : Continuously improves own skills by identifying development opportunities.- Builds and Maintains Relationships : Seeks to understand colleagues priorities, working styles and develops relationships across areas. - Communicates Effectively : Openly shares information with others and communicates in a clear and courteous manner. Delivering Excellent Services : - Serves Others with Compassion : Invests time to understand the problems, needs of others and how to provide excellent service. - Solves Complex Problems : Seeks to understand issues, solves routine problems, and raises proper concerns to supervisors in a timely manner. - Offers Meaningful Advice and Support : Listens carefully to understand the issues and provides accurate information and support. Ensuring High Quality : - Performs Excellent Work : Checks work quality before delivery and asks relevant questions to meet quality standards.- Ensures Continuous Improvement : Shows eagerness to learn new knowledge, technologies, tools or systems and displays willingness to go above and beyond. - Fulfills Safety and Regulatory Requirements : Demonstrates basic knowledge of conditions that affect safety and reports unsafe conditions to the appropriate person or department. Managing Resources Effectively : - Demonstrates Accountability : Takes responsibility for completing assigned activities and thinks beyond standard approaches to provide high-quality work / service. - Stewards Organizational Resources : Displays understanding of how personal actions will impact departmental resources. - Makes Data Driven Decisions : Uses accurate information and good decision making to consistently achieve results on time and without error. Fostering Innovation : - Generates New Ideas : Willingly proposes / accepts ideas or initiatives that will impact day-to-day operations by offering suggestions to enhance them.- Applies Technology : Absorbs new technology quickly; understands when to utilize the appropriate tools and procedures to ensure proper course of action. - Adapts to Change : Embraces changes by keeping an open mind to changing plans and incorporates change instructions into own area of work.

Position Qualifications :

Responsibilities :

Certifications :

LIC-American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Licensure-Others

Work Experience :

Relevant Work Experience

Experience Level : Less than 1 year

Education :

Graduate of an approved discipline specific program

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