Technologist CT Technologist
SSM Health
- St Louis, Missouri, United States
- St Louis, Missouri, United States
About
MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand
Sign On Bonus*: $
20,000 with 1 years’ experience ($15,000 with less than 1 year)
Paid in full on 1st pay check!* · Schedule: full time will include Saturdays and Sundays · Pay Range starts at: $32.48/hour Daily pay available! · Shift Differentials: Fri - Sun $7.50/hour · Location: MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital 1201 Grand Completion of Radiology program and ARRT-R credential as well as ARRT-CT within 12 months of hire. CT cross training can be provided. 100% tuition benefit for additional certifications for full-time employees! Relocation assistance is available for those who qualify. * * Under the direction of the Radiologist, Director, Supervisors, and Lead Special Procedure Technologist performs diagnostic medical imaging including Cardiac CT and invasive procedures by CT Scan examinations.
POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (Percent of Time)
Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria:
1) Performs computed tomography examinations. (E) Produces quality images in a consistent manner. F) Serves as a resource to co-workers. G)
Assesses for
vein/site
selection
and initiates venipuncture per established standards. Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines. Knows CT anatomical landmarks and
able
to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed.
2) Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures,
objectives
, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards. (A) Runs
appropriate quality
control procedures, evaluates
results
and makes
appropriate corrections
. B) Notifies supervisor when quality issues arise. C) Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in any area of the hospital. 4) Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy. (A) Ability to input and retrieve information from HIS/Radiology information system. C) Recognizes and reports computer malfunction. D) Provides training and direction to
staff
as necessary. F) Performs 3D workstation duties
as prescribed by
examination.
5) Follows hospital and radiology
policies:
handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately and follows safety and infection control policies.
(B) Adheres to hospital and radiology safety and infection control policies. D) Uses protective equipment as needed. E) Abides by dress code and wears SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital ID badge at all times. 6) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (B) Maintains a safe, clean,
comfortable
and therapeutic environment for
patients/families/employees
in accordance with
hospital standards. C) Reports risk management concerns. Safety/Fire Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering
timely
,
high quality
care in a courteous, and respectful manner. (A) Demonstrates respect and compassion for our internal and external customers while delivering prompt, courteous service. B) Recognize the needs and expectations of our customers and
considers
the diverse needs of others
regarding
culture, religion, disability, etc. H) Discuss information in
private areas
only. 8) Performance Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work.
(A) Wisely and responsibly
utilize
the resources within the facility. Take care of equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life. C) Reviews departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information. D) Provides data to manager for monthly Performance Improvement
on a daily basis
.
x__Infant
__ x___Child
__ x___Adolescent
_ x____Adult
__ x___Geriatric A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department. B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to
identify
patient needs. E) Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. G) Demonstrates ability to assess population specific needs
, .
i.e. language.
10) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at
high risk
for injury. (Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application. Provides for trial release and removal of restraints as soon as possible. Incorporates
patients
cultural/spiritual beliefs
regarding
pain into pain management plan. Consider other methods of pain control when developing
plan
of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy. Reports signs of
possible abuse/neglect
to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends
appropriate consultation
(psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation.
11) Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff,
co-workers
and
patients.
(B) Is the subject
on
more than one valid complaint per year from other radiology/hospital personnel
regarding
cooperation? D) Effectively serves as a resource person for department. 14) Explain procedures and provide information to customers.
(C) Invite customers to ask questions or raise concerns. A) Wear SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital ID BADGE where ABOVE THE WAIST with picture visible. C) Limit conversation in
presence
of customers to specific work situation. D) Avoid discussing internal hospital issues, personal problems, department conflicts or personal social activities in the presence of customers. E) Be publicly supportive of the organization, colleagues, and physicians. F) Avoid jokes, language, literature that could be construed as offensive by others.
16) Maintains environment
conductive
to good customer relations.
(B) Remove soiled linens from
patient
area
immediately
. C) Report all maintenance needs for equipment, environmental
deficiencies
or safety concerns to the
appropriate party
immediately
. D) Follow paging policy. G) When customers appear lost or confused
offer assistance
.
17) Respect customer privacy and
confidentiality.
(D) Assure patient privacy when taking
personal,
financial information by conducting such interviews in a private manner. E) Keep medical testing, financial, and other personal information confidential,
and also
avoid discussing in public areas, i.e., F) Avoid discussing
customer’s
condition, finances, or other personal matters with others not directly concerned. A) Greet
customer
and inform them of
estimated
length of wait. If long wait is
apparent
offer customer alternatives to long
wait
, i.e., hospital cafeteria, gift shop, rescheduling, etc. B) Offer and inform the customer of why they are waiting and what the next step in the process is. beverages, blankets, magazines, etc. to waiting customers when
appropriate
. D) Keep waiting customers informed of their status and frequent intervals as
established
by department standards. 19) Respond quickly to requests and complaints.
(B) Know what resources to use in following up various request or complaint situations. C) When receiving complaints, get
person’s
name, number, and ask how they want
to
complaint
resolved
. D) When responding to a request or complaint,
states
the
time frame
in which you will follow up and then meet commitment.
E) When
appropriate
, call periodic, “time outs” to discuss team performance. new employees, temporary help, etc. 1) The performance of this function is the reason the job exists. 2) There are limited employees among whom the performance of this function can be distributed. 7) Exposure to blood borne pathogens that require the use of protective equipment. 8) Exposure to
tuberculosis that
requires the use of protective equipment. Ability to deal with strenuous and physical activity daily in lifting, pulling, pushing, patients, radiographic equipment cassettes and/or supplies.
Furthermore, the duties and responsibilities for this job classification are subject to change at the discretion of the medical center.
Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) - American Heart Association (AHA) ARRT-R Radiography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) ARRT-CT Computed Tomography - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
Work Shift: Weekend Shift (United States of America)
SSM Health values our exceptional employees by offering a comprehensive benefits package to fit their needs.
Paid Parental Leave
:
we offer eligible team members one week of paid parental leave for newborns or newly adopted children (pro-rated based on FTE). Flexible Payment Options: our voluntary benefit offered through DailyPay offers eligible hourly team members instant access to their earned, unpaid base pay (fees may apply) before payday. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
pregnancy, veteran status
,
or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
Languages
- English
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