SPECIAL PROCEDURES TECHNOLOGIST X-RAY COMPUTED TOMOGRAPHY

Cook County•Chicago, IL

7d•$36 - $44•Onsite

About The Position

Under the direction of the Supervision of Diagnostic Radiology, the Special Procedures Technologist – X-Ray/Computed Tomography utilizes both General Diagnostic X-Ray equipment and computerized tomography scanners and produce general diagnostic and cross- sectional images of patients’ internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical conditions. This includes prioritizing sequence of procedures, completion of actual exams, and following through with all necessary paperwork. Practice infection control and adhere to radiation safety measures.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED equivalent
Graduate of a two (2) year American Medical Association approved School of Radiologic Technology
Registered by the American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT) in Radiology
Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Computed Tomography (CT)
Two (2) years of full-time experience as a staff X-Ray Technologist
Active licensure by the Illinois Emergency Management Agency (IEMA)
Must have current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification

Nice To Haves

Three (3) three years of full time experience as a staff mammography technologist
Knowledge of human growth and development
Good organizational and time management skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Excellent interpersonal skills
Ability to assess, provide, and interpret age specific data
Ability to interpret age specific response to treatment
Ability to involve family or significant other in decision-making related to plan of care
Ability to sit 2-3 hours/day on chair completing administrative duties, i.e. reports, reading, meetings, etc.
Ability to stand 4-6 hours/day on feet
Ability to lift up to 25lbs., may include bending and lifting objects
Ability to adapt to variations in temperature
Ability to distinguish between basic colors; other visual requirements
Ability to operate controls of equipment
Ability to distinguish regular/high pitched sounds; discriminate source of sound
Ability to push and/or pull using principles of body mechanics

Responsibilities

Initiates and completes all Radiology and CT procedures, producing quality images, demonstrates appropriate psychosocial interventions based on age and developmental status.
Works cooperatively with all personnel maintaining proper conduct and high ethical standards with all co-workers and patients.
Assesses requisitions for appropriateness.
Performs the two patient identification/verification process according to procedure. Verifies the patient by asking the patient to state his/her name and verify name with ID bracelet and /or time out sheet with the requisition prior to performing the procedure.
Takes radiographs as assigned following prescribed techniques and procedures0
Prepares and administers to patients contrast agent necessary for the radiography of internal organs.
Prepares injectors with contrast media and assists with administration.
May initiate IV’s for administration of contrast media for CT enhancement in accordance with department policy.
Maintains daily log sheets with patient’s name nature of examination, area examined, and type of protective device used.
Assesses and observes patient for adverse reactions during procedure. Documents all allergic reactions according to department and hospital policy.
Prepares patient and set up equipment necessary for x-ray and or CT procedure, explains the procedure to the patient, assist and transfer patient to table, position patient's body or instruct patient how to position body for accurate radiographs and assist patient at the end of procedure.
Sets the appropriate scanning data on equipment such as milliamperage, exposing time, slice thickness, cradle increment, orientation (HF, FF, VF, VFH) scan fields, target factors algorithm.
Follows prescribed techniques in administering general and specific x-rays, adjust equipment, determine proper voltage, current and desired exposure time, arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient, adjust lead shield to protect unaffected parts of the patient's body, adjust the collimator to direct concentration of rays on the specified area.
Positions and transfers patients on/off the scanning table, using immobilization devices and maintaining patient comfort.
Obtains images of excellent diagnostic quality appropriate for the patient’s medical problem.
Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patient's condition.
Sends images to PAC's system Enter patient's in hospital RIS (Cerner.)
Transports patient within the Department to/from waiting area as required.
Processes digital images in accordance to guidelines and photographic techniques in PAC's system.
Performs quality control activities to ensure optimal quality radiographs.
Performs mobile x-ray in patient's room, pediatric and adult emergency rooms, trauma unit, and operating room.
Reports equipment problems to supervisor immediately.
Prepares and maintains radiological records, files, technical work sheets.
Orders and stocks supplies as required.
Maintains cleanliness of work area, diagnostic and support equipment. Cleans and disinfects x-ray room and equipment after each patient infection control and safety guidelines.
May be assigned the responsibility of instruction students and auxiliary personnel in radiologic imaging policies and procedures.
Provides on-call services after normal working hours as needed.
Assists in setting up sterile trays and instruments.
Practices radiation protection.
Evaluates images for technical quality.
Performs other duties as assigned.