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Jackson Health System · 4 weeks ago

CT Technologist, Full Time, Monday - Thursday, 8:00pm to 6:30pm, Sign-on up to $10,000k

Miami, FL

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

0+ years exp

Jackson Health System is a healthcare provider dedicated to delivering quality medical services. They are seeking a CT Technologist who will be responsible for performing specialized diagnostic procedures using complex equipment and working closely with physicians during procedures requiring precise timing and coordination.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Operates highly sophisticated and intricate x-ray equipment

Performs specialized diagnostic procedures utilizing computers to visualize parts and organs of the body

Performs dynamic and other specialized scans of the head, chest, spine, abdomen, extremities as ordered, utilizing the correct windows and levels for each specific scan to ensure good quality control

Perform specialized diagnostic procedures such as biopsy drainage studies, and prepares sterile fields

Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards

Takes scout views when needed

Assists physicians when needed

Follows protocol for computer start-up and shut down

Reviews patient charts for laboratory results and allergies, when scan is ordered with contrast

Checks patient identification band before transporting a patient; before injecting a patient; when taking over for another technologist and before the scan is performed

On outpatients' by checking the same as inpatients and asking for birthday and checking patient's clinic card when in question

Provides and uses immobilization devices as required, while adhering to safety standards particular to age-specific needs of the patient

Injects contrast material, when approved by radiologist according to departmental protocol

Practices Universal Precautions (when injecting contrast material) and utilizes protective measures

Assists physicians in administering contrast materials

Develops films and adjusts automatic film processing equipment as the workload demands

Communicates with and reassures patients

Performs basic patient care functions, assuming care of physical and psychological needs of patient during the procedure, as it relates to their age-specific needs

Initiates life supporting measures for patients if necessary

Shall be CPR certified

Provides holiday coverage as required

Knowledge of HIS computer system, utilizing appropriate computer functions and follow through to record complete and incomplete procedures

Detects and reports to supervisor any malfunction of the equipment and accessories and/or enters information into down time log book

Completes laboratory records and reports

Copies pertinent clinical information from Medical Record to radiology request form

Complies with all safety rules and regulations, departmental and hospital rules and protocol for all procedures

Receives on-the-job training in specialized technical areas and attends department in-service programs to learn the use of new equipment and/or advanced techniques

Follows appropriate infection control policies and procedures, including Universal Precautions

Reviews the CQI Quarterly report in the monthly section meeting and contributes ideas for Quality Improvement

Demonstrates behaviors of service excellence and CARE values (Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Expertise)

Performs all other related job duties as assigned

Qualification

Radiologic TechnologyCT Scan OperationValid Florida LicenseBasic Life Support (BLS)ARRT CertificationPatient CareInfection ControlCritical ThinkingEffective CommunicationOrganizational Skills

Required

Generally requires 0 to 3 years of related experience

Graduation from an accredited program in Radiologic Technology with additional training in CT is required

Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work accurately while meeting multiple deadlines

Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form

Ability to handle difficult and stressful situations with critical thinking and professional composure

Ability to understand and follow instructions

Ability to exercise sound and independent judgment

Knowledge and skill in use of job appropriate technology and software applications

Must meet and maintain current all unit specific and organizational skills/competencies, certifications/licensures, as required by the nursing area

Valid Florida State license as a Radiology Technologist is required

Employees hired BEFORE 2/1/2017 must obtain the required ARRT certification by 12/31/2017

Employees hired AFTER 2/1/2017 who have completed training at JHS MUST obtain their required certification within six months of hire

Any new hires with external training must have the required certification at the time of hire

American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) and any additional applicable life support certification for Healthcare Providers is required upon hire with at least 6 months validity and maintenance at JHS for the duration of employment

Benefits

Sign-on up to $10,000k

Company

Jackson Health System

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Jackson Health System is a nonprofit academic medical system offering world-class care to any person who walks through its doors.

Founded in 1918

North Miami Beach, Florida, USA

10001+ employees

https://jacksonhealth.org/

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