CT Technologist

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What you will do

• Conducts a variety of computed tomography (CT) procedures including assisting radiologists with biopsies, cardiac CT, CT Angiograms, and post-processing.

• Maintains constant attention to patients assigned to the technologist for examination.

• Selects proper protocol and technical factors, positioning devices and study specific equipment.

• Produce computed tomography scans for diagnostic interpretation

• Provides protection in accordance with prescribed radiation safety standards to ensure the wellbeing of patients, hospital personnel, general public and self while performing any duties.

• Identifies and archives patient's images. Maintains records of exams.

• Responsible for proper identification on images, including both identification and demographic information.

• Document all related data. Maintains appropriate records of examinations and CT procedure log.

• Identify, process, transfer and archive patient exams including exam records, images and patient demographics.

• Maintain the integrity and security of the radiology information systems.

• Administration

• Conducts self in a professional manner

• Subject to on-call status including weekends and holidays.

• Refers any unresolved problems relating to staffing, morale, work methods, discipline and other activities to the CT Team Leader Technologist.

• Promotes professionalism, continuing education, and staff development 100% of the time.

• Participates in the formal in-service program provided for the Radiology Complex 95% of the time.

• Responds promptly and positively to patients, families, associates, and all others in a respectful, courteous, and confidential manner.

• Always maintains identifiable/professional attire, including using nametags and ID cards.

• Answers telephone calls within three rings 95% of the time

• Follows hospital and department procedures and policies.

• Respect's confidentiality of patients and co-workers in all circumstances 100% of the time.

• Knowledge of HIPAA regulations

• Greets patients, families, co-workers and others in a calm, professional, friendly manner; makes eye contact, initiates conversation, and identifies self by name.

• Attends mandatory sessions/meetings/in-services.

• Adheres to attendance policies and procedures.

• Demonstrates knowledge and application of CHOP and department policies and procedures

• Review policy and procedure updates from managers and CHOP

• Resolve or escalate complex issues.

• Orient and train fellow staff technologists.

• Monitors CHOP email on a regular basis to keep informed regarding scheduling updates, workflow updates, policy and procedure updates and all information relevant to the position.

• All other duties as assigned

Education Qualifications

• High School Diploma / GED Required

• Technical Diploma Radiology Required

Experience Qualifications

• At least two (2) years of work experience and/or trained in a CHOP affiliated program Required

• Pediatric Experience Preferred

Licenses and Certifications

• Computed Tomography (CT) - via either the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) - upon hire - Required and

• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) - issued through on organization that requires a hands-on instructor lead psychomotor skills verification (ex. American Heart Association or Red Cross). - upon hire - Required

Skills and Abilities

• Intermediate knowledge of MRI Imaging

• Intermediate knowledge of Radiology Information System

• Provides Family Centered Care

• Integrates knowledge and assessment of child and family (Age Specific Competency)

• Ability to handle confidential matters and matters

• Able to handle multiple tasks

• Ability to handle confidential materials and matters

• Strong organizational skills

• Excellent phone etiquette and communication skills

To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.

Employees may request exemptions for valid religious and medical reasons. Start dates may be delayed until candidates are immunized or exemption requests are reviewed.

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