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Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist Eligible - FT, Weekend Nights - Sumter South Carolina
Company: Prisma Health
Location: Sumter, South Carolina
Posted On: 04/26/2024
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- Explains CT procedure to patient and/or family member.\u00A0 Obtains completed questionnaire and proper history and clinical from patient, floor or physician's office. Informs patients and families of all delays. Trains co-workers and students. Assist other technologists when not busy in\u00A0 assigned CT room. - 20%
- Acquires requisition and checks for appropriate clinical. Charges procedure, supplies and surgical codes when exam is completed.\u00A0 Indicates no-film badge wearing name and fluoro time.\u00A0 Adds surgical charges when needed. Operates the PAC\u2019s system appropriately and verify studies before sending to archive. Reports equipment problems to supervisor, in-charge tech and documents confirmation numbers. Appropriate forms must be completed for all procedures.\u00A0 Fill out contrast sheet on all patients receiving IV and rectal contrast.\u00A0 A contrast media form must be filled out on all patients, CT forms must be filled out on all patients. Communicates with radiologist to determine appropriate protocols for each exam.\u00A0 Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist.\u00A0 Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist.\u00A0 Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm up calibrations as needed. - 20%
- Correct protocols are utilized as prescribed by the radiologist.\u00A0 Procedures must be performed as directed by the radiologist.\u00A0 Correct scans as performed. Demonstrates recognition of anatomy and pathology as related to scan being processed. Perform warm up calibrations as needed.\u00A0 Maintain competency needed for working in the CT department. Performs point of care testing. - 10%Supervisory/Management ResponsibilitiesN/AMinimum Requirements
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