
CT Modality Specialist
- Tacoma, WA
- $40.03-68.06 per hour
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Responsible for workflows and protocol development and changes for CT throughout the organization.
- Lead regular modality meetings to ensure the consistent dissemination of up-to-date departmental information and provide a platform for relevant group discussions among modality staff.
- Act as primary contact for the radiologist relating to quality of images, protocol changes/enhancements and technical staff skill development.
- Provide expert knowledge to other departments, providers and patients when questions arise as they relate to the CT modality.
- In collaboration with site management, maintain ACR accreditation for all sites in relation to CT.
- Ensure compliance with all regulations related to the safe and lawful operation of CT imaging services for the organization, including state inspections, annual Corwin evaluations, and radiation safety.
- Regularly participate in Radiation Safety Committee meetings.
- Evaluate and advise site management and leadership on evolving staffing needs, including participation in the selection process for new technologists and CT residents.
- Coordinate, supervise and participate in orientation and in-service training for personnel.
- Coordinate and participate in the CT residency program.
- Design, coordinate and submit schedule templates based on evolving site or staff needs with the support of site management, leadership and the IT department.
- Responsible for staff scheduling, coordinating PTO and low census and establishing coverage for unexpected call-outs with the support of site management and leadership.
- Work from multiple locations as needed, i.e., outpatient sites, corporate office, and in field local travel.
- Have working knowledge of all CT modality equipment and accessories (i.e., injectors) across the organization, including skills associated with the IR department.
- Be willing to cover key sites in the event of unexpected call-outs when there is no regular staff coverage available to support continuity of services for our busiest sites.
- Perform CT technologist functions including preparing patients for CT exams with thorough explanations of the procedures and clear instructions.
- Obtains a thorough patient history as it related to the exam to be completed.
- Accurately implements the orders of the referring physician, producing images with minimum repeatability.
- Performs IV punctures and access ports at the request of the patient.
- Performs necessary computer functions associated with patient exam, i.e., study protocoling, PACS, Clario, etc.
- Keeps work area and patient exam areas neat and stocked with appropriate supplies.
- Check work email daily.
- Performs all other related duties as assigned.
- Must be certified CT Technologist and maintain compliance with all CME, education, certification requirements.
- HIV/AIDS course required, to have a state license.
- Able to apply IV principles under the scope of Radiologic Technologists.
- The CT specialist functions in accordance with ARRT standards and ethics.
- Must have valid Washington State Radiologic Technologist Certification.
- A valid driver’s license and auto insurance in good standing is mandatory.
- Current BLS certification required.
- Ability to work effectively in teamwork environment and have respectful behavior while working as a team with co-workers.
- Communicate professionally with other medical facilities, patients, and customers.
- Provides patient care in accordance with the mission statement of the company.
- Maintains high standards regarding the accurate recording of patient information.
- Presents high quality images and pertinent patient history to radiologist for interpretation.
- Requires effective oral and written skills
- Maintains a professional demeanor with confidentiality.
- Is prompt and efficient with minimal absences.
- Cooperates and maintains good rapport with co-workers and ensures proper patient care and efficient workflow.
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and carry out instructions effectively.
- Ability to demonstrate effective customer service skills.