.Location:Hollywood, FloridaEmployees in Imaging Services at #teamMHSflorida enjoy participating in an excellent, unrivaled culture. Patient safety, quality and outstanding customer service are valued above all else. Extensive teamwork and collaboration are encouraged across the modalities for the mutual benefit of improving patient outcomes and providing a rewarding experience for our employees involved in their care.SummaryProvides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.ResponsibilitiesPrepares equipment and supplies.Selects appropriate exposure factors and imaging parameters.Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).Analyzes images and identifies issues with the quality of images.Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure if clinically appropriate.Charges appropriately for all supplies used for procedure and utilizes appropriate exam codes.Takes on call shift responsibilities as required by the department.Reviews patient history and physician's orders.Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.CompetenciesACCOUNTABILITY, ACCURACY & QUALITY, ADMINISTRATION OF CONTRAST MEDIA, CUSTOMER SERVICE, IMAGE PRODUCTION, ANALYSIS AND ARCHIVAL, PATIENT AND FAMILY CENTERED CARE, PATIENT ASSESSMENT AND CARE, PATIENT POSITIONING AND PROCEDURES, RADIATION PROTECTION, RESPONDING TO CHANGE, STANDARDS OF BEHAVIOREducation And Certification RequirementsAccredited Program: Radiology (Required)ARRT_American Registry of Radiology Tech (ARRT) - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)BLS American Heart E-Card (BLS AHA ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)BLS American Heart RQI E-Card (BLS AHA-RQI ECARD) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)BLS Cert American Heart_non ecard (BLS AHA) - American Heart Association (AMERICAN HEART)BLS Certification Grace (BLS GRACE) - Employee Grace Period for Essential Credential (GRACE)BLS Cert Red Cross (BLS RC) - Red Cross (RED CROSS)Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT LICENSE) - State of Florida (FL)Additional Job InformationComplexity of Work: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Required Work Experience: No previous CT experience required. One year of radiology technologist experience is preferred
