CT Technologist, Per Diem

Prime Healthcare•Lewiston, ME

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Central Maine Healthcare is an integrated healthcare delivery system serving 400,000 people living in central, western and Midcoastal Maine. CMH's hospital facilities include Central Maine Medical Center in Lewiston, Bridgton Hospital and Rumford Hospital. CMH also supports Central Maine Medical Group, a primary and specialty care practice organization. Other system services include the Central Maine Heart and Vascular Institute, a regional trauma program, LifeFlight of Maine's southern Maine base, the Central Maine Comprehensive Cancer Center and other high-quality clinical services. Central Maine is seeking a CT Technologist to join the Central Maine Medical Center Imaging Team! This is a per diem position. Evening, Night and Weekend Shift Differential Pay! The CT Technologist performs a variety of routine and specialized CAT scan imaging procedures. Responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as one of the first line interfaces with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs. Participates in CQI Activities.

Requirements

Required -Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required- and/or Nuclear Medicine Technologist with a current ARRT or NMTCB Certification in Computed Tomography
Current or within 1 month of hire American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BCLS certification. Re-certification of existing employees is due within 1 month of expiration date.
Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology.
Possesses a high level of knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
Proficiency with CT Scanning equipment, hardware and software (GE, Siemens, Phillips, and Toshiba preferred.
Advanced computer knowledge
Excellent Customer Service Skills
Ability to prioritize and use critical thinking skills
Effectively communicate with patients and co-workers in a supportive and tactful manner
Ability to remain calm in a busy or stressful situation

Nice To Haves

Prefer 1 or more years of radiologic/imaging and/or CT Scanning experience
Prefer CT Scanning Certification

Responsibilities

Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing examination and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
Demonstrates ability to position patient properly for intended body part and makes sure the order matches intended body part along with proper clinical correlation.
Demonstrates ability to assess patient pain interfering with imaging procedure -makes appropriate physician contact for intervention.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
Works under the direction of the CT Scan radiologist and medical director of Medical Imaging at all times.
Agrees to be on-call according to a rotating schedule.
Covers Holidays and Holiday call per rotational schedule
Completes all work competently and efficiently by the end of the shift. This includes checking with the acute care areas of the hospital prior to leaving in order to expedite patient care.
Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed examination; documents and deviation.
Interacts professionally with patient, family and staff.
Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturer’s and or CT Supervisor’s instruction.
Provides care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population.
Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
Knowledgeable of hospital policies and the functions of other departments.
Serve as the champion of the patient and team member experience by providing an A+ experience to every patient and team member, every day
Represent the organization in a positive manner, support and encourages strong morale within the team and maintain effective, professional relationships with others
Ability to engage patients and team members utilizing the CMH Experience Standards i. I am creating a warming, caring, and non-judgmental environment ii. I am actively listening and seeking information iii. I am honest, truthful, and consistent iv. I am respectful, treating all individuals with dignity and empathy v. I am serving as a role model, taking both initiative and ownership when appropriate vi. I am working collaboratively and demonstrating teamwork vii. I am resilient and adapt to change in positive ways.
Demonstrated ability to direct and triage in a highly fluid dynamic operational environment.
Ability to collaborate with all layers of the management/ administration team.