This job is located in a very remote area of Alaska. Please make sure you candidate understands the location limitations before applying. On Call $6.
Facility provided housing at $450/month out of pay package. If they take the provided housing, we cannot include a housing stipend. Traveler pays for flights to and from.
Education &
Completion of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Minimum of 2 years recent CT experience preferred. Qualifications To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily.
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the
.. Essential Job Functions Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
Ensure consent forms are signed prior to exam. Insert IV's, and inject contrast. Evaluate CT scans and x-rays for technical quality, and transmit to PACS.
Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions. Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans. Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
Maintain accurate patient records and enter appropriate chart notes. Provide orientation and training to new CT and x-ray technologists. Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients.
Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, attending). Complete CT, Diagnostic X-ray, and Bone densitometry exams. Take call according to monthly schedule after the closing of the regular department hours.
Assess the patient’s condition prior to performing the CT procedure or administering a contrast media. Determine proper lab work has been done. Determine proper exposure technique through the selection of voltage, current and exposure time.
Practice medical and surgical aseptic procedures. Distribute reports to provider in a timely manner. Work with limited supervision.
Complete all work before clocking out and leaving. This includes checking with the outpatient nurses’ station/ER. Assist with preventative maintenance on equipment and troubleshooting malfunctions.
Actively participate in quality-assurance and quality control functions of the department. Provide care appropriate to condition and age of the patient, including pediatric, geriatric and general population. Complete annual training on the CT scanner.