OU Health is seeking a per diem / prn CT Technologist for a per diem / prn job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: CT Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- Employment Type: Per Diem
Pay is based on years of applicable experience and acuity level of position
Position Title:CT Technologist PRN (Levels 1-2) - Mobile Lung Screening Unit
Department:Adult CT Scan
Job Description: CT Technologist PRN Positions are available at levels 1-2, depending on experience and education.
This position will be a part of the new Mobile Lung Cancer Screening unit. All scans will be performed without contrast on self-ambulatory individuals. More information to come but you can read more about this initiative in this news story:
General Description:
Under general supervision, produces specialized images to aid the medical staff in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients using computed tomography equipment.
Essential Responsibilities: Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position. Inability to perform these responsibilities with or without an accommodation may result in disqualification from the position.
- Operates a computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of a patient's body for diagnostic purposes.
- Informs patient of the procedure positions and immobilizes patient and set up any supportive devices necessary to obtain an adequate scan.
- Provide patient care that is essential to the performance of a variety of procedures
- Position patients so desired anatomy will be demonstrated
- Administer contrast/medication in conjunction with imaging procedure.
- Responsible for entering technical data into the computer; evaluates the radiographs and computer generated information to ensure technical quality.
- Serves as a resource person for hospital and medical staff.
- Performs other duties as assigned duties.
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES FOR LEVEL 2:
- Utilizing intermediate-level professional knowledge, abilities, skills and available resources, provides safe, high quality, efficient and cost-effective patient-centric care and support services under routine or emergent conditions in a variety of care settings to include, but not limited to: acute inpatient facilities, outpatient physician practices, diagnostic/urgent care centers and remote statewide outreach clinics.
- Prepares patients for procedures and correlates clinical history with procedures ordered by physicians to be performed.
- Communicates and collaborates with patients, families, and other members of the multidisciplinary care team to identify and implement the actions necessary to achieve the clinical outcomes, operational goals and service expectations desired.
- Utilizes a variety of highly specialized imaging equipment and techniques to perform a diverse range of diagnostic, interventional and/or surgical procedures in accordance with established scope of practice guidelines.
- Conducts post-procedure reviews without assistance to confirm that all required study elements are completed, documented, and that technical quality is consistent with established department protocols and/or applicable accreditation standards.
- Transfers images and data to the appropriate archival systems, enters technical data/findings and prepares study for reporting by physician.
- Performs operator-level quality control checks, cleaning, high-level disinfecting and other user maintenance per manufacturer instructions for use and other regulatory guidelines.
- Participates in continuing education, professional development and research activities to maintain competencies and promote continuous improvements in care and treatments.
- Provides instruction and mentors less experienced members of the team.
- Prepares and presents in-service training pertinent to assigned service area.
- Performs and/or assists with quality assurance and performance improvement tasks as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications (Level 1):Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography program or currently enrolled and graduation within 6 weeks of an accredited Radiological Technology program.
Experience: 0-3 years of experience required. CT experience preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) required within 6 months of hire. Advanced Certification in CT by the ARRT required within 12 months of hire. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Minimum Qualifications (Level 2):
Education: Graduate of an accredited Radiography program. Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited educational program with emphasis in a primary cardiovascular or radiologic technology specialty as defined by the ARDMS, ARRT and/or CCI preferred.
Experience: 3-5 years full-time experience as a certified or registered cardiovascular or radiologic technology professional required. Experience in the specialty required by the hiring department preferred.
License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: CT credentials required by the hiring department must be current upon hire or advancement. Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology. Knowledge of Computer Aided Tomography. Good communication skills, able to communicate in a positive clear manner with staff, patients, physicians and other hospital employees. Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care. Ability to organize and analyze statistical data.
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About OU Health
OU Health is the state's only comprehensive academic health system of hospitals, clinics and centers of excellence. With 11,000 employees and more than 1,300 physicians and advanced practice providers, OU Health is home to Oklahoma's largest doctor network with a complete range of specialty care. OU Health serves Oklahoma and the region with the state's only freestanding children's hospital, the only National Cancer Institute-Designated OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center, Oklahoma's flagship hospital, which serves as the state's only Level 1 trauma center and Edmond Medical Center in the heart of the Edmond Community. Becker's Hospital Review named University of Oklahoma Medical Center one of the 100 Great Hospitals in America for 2020. OU Health's oncology program at OU Health Stephenson Cancer Center was named Oklahoma's top facility for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report in its 2020-21 rankings. OU Health also was ranked by U.S. News & World Report as high performing in these specialties: Colon Surgery, COPD and Congestive Heart Failure. OU Health's mission is to lead healthcare in patient care, education and research.
Experts in prevention, treatment and cures, our team works to improve lives through innovation in medical care, education and research, while investing in the people, technologies and facilities that will enable us to achieve our goals. We are seeking individuals who have a passion and talent for caring for others. By joining our team, you will provide quality health care to our community through the work you do every day. We provide clinical and non-clinical opportunities to further your career and we invite you to explore our available positions.
Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- Pet insurance
- Sick pay
- Continuing Education
- 401k retirement plan
- Wellness and fitness programs
- Employee assistance programs
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