Facility
Cape Fear Valley Medical Center
Location
Fayetteville, North Carolina
Department
CT Scan
Job Family
Allied Health
Work Shift
Weekends (United States of America)
Summary
Performs all CT procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of specified diseases or conditions.
Major Job Functions
The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time :
- Performs all procedures designed within the CT Section of Radiology
- Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age group to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults and geriatrics
- Assesses the patient, reviews charts for orders and lab results, completes data sheet and communicates with the Radiologist as to the availability and reason for the procedure
- Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or directs questions to the Radiologist
- Responsible for the prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the radiologist
- Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to radiation exposure, contrast administration and infection control guidelines / Universal Precautions
- Maintains exceptional guest relations with patient, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, & Thank You)
- Monitors the timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals, striving for continuous quality improvement
- Performs QA of exams (correct order, accurate / complete image annotation, correct laterality, and correct presentation state) prior to sending to radiologist for interpretation
- Actively participates in helping the department reach patient satisfaction goals by providing quality care, explaining procedures, and performing procedures in a timely manner
- Other duties as assigned
Minimum Qualifications
The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job :
Education And Formal Training
Associates degree requiredARRT Certified requiredAdvanced CT Registry required within one year of hire dateAHA (American Heart Association) CPR Certification requiredWork Experience
1-2 years preferredExperienced in the treatment, care of and interacts with patients of all ages to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, pediatrics, adults and geriatrics preferredKnowledge, Skills, And Abilities Required
Knowledge of growth and development and the range of treatment needed for all age groupsPhysical Requirements
Ability to communicate orallyManual dexterity and visual acuityMobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situationsAbility to stand and walk for long periods of timeAbility to bend and lift 100 lbs and / or carry objects up to 50 lbsPosition may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious materialRequired Licenses And Certifications
ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists
Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M / F / Disability / Veteran / Sexual Orientation / Gender Identity