Computed Tomography (CT) Technician - Radiology

Job Description It's more than a career, it's a calling. MO-SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital/n /n /n /n Worker Type: Regular/n /n /n Job Summary: 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./n /n /n Job Responsibilities and Requirements: /n POSITION ACCOUNTABILITIES AND PERFORMANCE CRITERIA (Percent of Time) /n /n Essential Functions: The following are essential job accountabilities and performance criteria: /n /n Position Accountabilities /n /n /n 1) Performs computed tomography examinations. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8) 30% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Demonstrates the ability to assess a situation, consider alternatives and choose the appropriate course of action. /n /n /n B) Responds to changes in workload using time to departmental advantage. /n /n /n C) Conducts job duties in accordance with departmental standards. /n /n /n D) Communicates technical information in a manner appropriate for the intended audience, (patient, family, member or visitor). /n /n /n E) Produces quality images in a consistent manner. /n /n /n F) Serves as a resource to co-workers. /n /n /n G) Assesses for vein/site selection and initiates venipuncture per established standards. Documents venipuncture site/contrast in RIS per established departmental guidelines. /n /n /n H) Demonstrates knowledge of cross sectional anatomy. Knows CT anatomical landmarks and able to recognize abnormalities and alert radiologist as needed. /n /n /n /n 2) Observes establishes departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program safety, environmental and infection control standards. /n /n /n (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8) 5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Runs appropriate quality control procedures, evaluates results and makes appropriate corrections. /n /n /n B) Notifies supervisor when quality issues arise. /n /n /n C) Demonstrates attitude of cooperation and professionalism when working in any area of the hospital. /n /n /n D) Reports any problems, which may affect the outcome of a patient’s exam. /n /n /n /n 3) Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department. (5, 6) 5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Provides documentation as required by the profession and the department. /n /n /n B) USES THE KRONOS TIME CLOCK SYSTEM ACCURATELY. /n /n /n /n 4) Uses Hospital/Radiology system according to established policy. (3, 5, 6)  5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Ability to input and retrieve information from HIS/Radiology information system. /n /n /n B) Enters information correctly. /n /n /n C) Recognizes and reports computer malfunction. /n /n /n D) Provides training and direction to staff as necessary. /n /n /n E) Maintain confidentiality of patient information. /n /n /n F) Performs 3D workstation duties as prescribed by examination. /n /n /n /n 5) Follows hospital and radiology policies: handles bio-hazardous waste appropriately and follows safety and infection control policies.  (5, 6, 8) 5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Maintains work area in a clean and orderly condition. /n /n /n B) Adheres to hospital and radiology safety and infection control policies. /n /n /n C) Disposes of bio-hazardous trash properly, without being told. /n /n /n D) Uses protective equipment as needed. /n /n /n E) Abides by dress code and wears SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital ID badge at all times. /n /n /n F) Respects the confidentiality of patient results and uses discretion when discussing patient matters. /n /n /n /n 6) Safety/Infection Control: Practices according to safety and infection control policies. (1, 2, 3, 4, 5) 2% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Practices universal precautions and disposes of hazardous wastes per established guidelines. /n /n /n B) Maintains a safe, clean, comfortable and therapeutic environment for patients/families/employees in accordance with hospital standards. /n /n /n 1. Maintains clutter free environment. /n /n /n 2. Keeps conversations and background noise to a minimum. /n /n /n 3. Adheres to dress code. /n /n /n C) Reports risk management concerns. /n /n /n D) Assumes responsibility for completing all annual mandatory requirements: /n /n /n 1. Safety/Fire /n /n /n 2. Blood Borne Pathogen /n /n /n 3. Hazardous Communication /n /n /n 4. TB /n /n /n 5. Department Specific /n /n /n 6. Age Appropriate Care (for clinical staff only) /n /n /n 7. Population Specific Care /n /n /n E) Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner. /n /n /n /n 7) Service: Provides service excellence to the customers of Saint Louis University Hospital by delivering timely, high quality care in a courteous, and respectful manner. /n /n /n (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)  3% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Demonstrates respect and compassion for our internal and external customers while delivering prompt, courteous service. /n /n /n B) Recognize the needs and expectations of our customers and considers the diverse needs of others regarding culture, religion, disability, etc. /n /n /n C) Demonstrates team work with other departments and co-workers. /n /n /n D) Provides emotional support while attempting to alleviate fear and anxiety. /n /n /n E) Dress in a professional manner. /n /n /n F) Answers questions in a knowledgeable fashion or directs direct questions to someone who can provides answers. /n /n /n G) Works with other departments to provide services. /n /n /n H) Discuss information in private areas only. Share information on a need to know basis, avoiding gossip. /n /n /n /n 8) Performance Improvement (QI): Incorporates Quality Assessment into one’s daily work.  (1, 2, 3, 4, 5)    5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n  A) Wisely and responsibly utilize the resources within the facility. Take care of equipment and report problems to result in a longer usage life. /n /n /n B) Recommends changes in practices to increase efficiency and minimize waste to managers. /n /n /n C) Reviews departmental PI, OA, and QC monthly during departmental meetings and by reviewing posted information. /n /n /n D) Provides data to manager for monthly Performance Improvement on a daily basis. /n /n /n /n 9) Age Appropriate Care: Provides age-appropriate care to: 3% /n /n /n ___x__Infant __x___Child __x___Adolescent _x____Adult __x___Geriatric /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Demonstrates knowledge and skills of normal growth & development necessary to provide services to the age of the patient served by the department. /n /n /n B) Demonstrates ability to assess and interpret age specific data to identify patient needs. /n /n /n C) Utilizes communication skills necessary to interpret age specific responses to service and interaction. /n /n /n D) Involves family or significant other in decision making related to services provided. /n /n /n E) Demonstrates ability to provide service needed for the age groups routinely served by the department assigned. /n /n /n F) Position specific: Need to enter those responsibilities specific for position. /n /n /n G) Demonstrates ability to assess population specific needs, .i.e. language. /n /n /n /n 10) Specialized Care: Provides specialized care to patients at high risk for injury. (1, 2, 4, 5, 8)  <1% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Restraint Care /n /n /n 1. Initiates/evaluates alternatives to restraint prior to application. /n /n /n 2. Applies restraints consistent with the approved procedure. /n /n /n 3. Monitors and assesses patient’s response throughout the restraint period at the appropriate intervals. /n /n /n 4. Provide specified patient care (toileting, skin care, hydration, feeding, etc.) on a timely basis. /n /n /n 5. Provides for trial release and removal of restraints as soon as possible. /n /n /n B) Pain Management (Licensed Personnel) /n /n /n 1. Assess patient for presence of pain on admission and during assessments/reassessments. /n /n /n 2. Incorporates patients cultural/spiritual beliefs regarding pain into pain management plan. /n /n /n 3. Implement pain management techniques. Focus on prevention rather than treatment. /n /n /n 4. Include patient and/or family members in developing a pain management plan. /n /n /n 5. Consider other methods of pain control when developing plan of care: massage, repositioning, immobilization, and music therapy. /n /n /n C) Abuse Assessment /n /n /n 1. Is aware of abuse recognition criteria and incorporates it into assessments. /n /n /n 2. Reports signs of possible abuse/neglect to the physician & Risk Management, and recommends appropriate consultation (psychiatric, Social Work) for evaluation. /n /n /n /n 11) Uses communication effectively with others, medical staff, co-workers and patients.   (5, 6,) 5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Consistently communicates ideas in a clear and succinct manner. /n /n /n B) Is the subject on more than one valid complaint per year from other radiology/hospital personnel regarding cooperation? /n /n /n C) Displays initiative and enthusiasm for non-routine and/or extra duties. /n /n /n D) Effectively serves as a resource person for department. /n /n /n E) Explain procedure to patient/family in understandable terms. /n /n /n /n 12) Participates in continuing education.  (5, 6) 2% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Attends appropriate orientations. /n /n /n B) Accumulates contact hours of continuing education per established ARRT guidelines. /n /n /n C) Provide in-service a necessary. /n /n /n D) Provide documentation of current ARRT status. /n /n /n /n 13) Attends meetings as required and participates committees as directed.  (2, 6) 2% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Attends required and participates committees as directed. /n /n /n B) Provides documentation of attendance at outside meetings. /n /n /n /n 14) Explain procedures and provide information to customers.  (2, 6) 5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Provide explanation of treatments and procedures within the scope of your knowledge and authority prior to rendering services. /n /n /n B) When explaining procedures, provide information on the purpose of procedure, special prep, what to expect, and approximate time required. /n /n /n C) Invite customers to ask questions or raise concerns. /n /n /n D) When explaining procedure and why to patients/quests, avoid technical jargon, and use lay terms. /n /n /n E) Before beginning procedures, secure patient’s permission to continue. /n /n /n /n 15) Present self professionally.  (6) 3% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Wear SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital ID BADGE where ABOVE THE WAIST with picture visible. /n /n /n B) Follows dress code. /n /n /n C) Limit conversation in presence of customers to specific work situation. /n /n /n D) Avoid discussing internal hospital issues, personal problems, department conflicts or personal social activities in the presence of customers. /n /n /n E) Be publicly supportive of the organization, colleagues, and physicians. /n /n /n F) Avoid jokes, language, literature that could be construed as offensive by others. /n /n /n /n 16) Maintains environment conductive to good customer relations.  (5, 6) 2% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) Keep work areas clean, orderly, and free clutter and trash. /n /n /n B) Remove soiled linens from patient area immediately. /n /n /n C) Report all maintenance needs for equipment, environmental deficiencies or safety concerns to the appropriate party immediately. /n /n /n D) Follow paging policy. /n /n /n E) Control noise level, i.e., door slamming, laughter, radios, loud talking. /n /n /n F) Strive to understand and meet needs for cultural differences. /n /n /n G) When customers appear lost or confused offer assistance. /n /n /n /n 17) Respect customer privacy and confidentiality.  (2, 5, 6) 5% /n /n /n Criteria /n /n /n A) When performing procedures, keep curtains and/or door closed. /n /n /n B) Knock before entering doors or ask permission to enter curtained areas. /n /n /n C) Make sure patients who may he confused or being transported are covered with a sheet/blanket. /n /n /n D) Assure patient privacy when taking personal, financial information by conducting such interviews in