What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at CHESAPEAKE MEDICAL IMAGING?
Chesapeake Medical Imaging, a reputable private radiology practice, is looking for a Full-Time CT Technologist for our Annapolis - Bestgate location. Ability to cover other locations as needed is a huge plus!
As a company that takes pride in it's community approach to it's work environment, Chesapeake Medical Imaging offers a competitive benefits & PTO package, tuition reimbursement assistance, paid holidays, and more. We also host several company events including themed contests, regional Happy Hours, and yearly holiday parties and family crab feasts.
HOURS: 4 day - 10 hour shift (40 hours)
SCHEDULE: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday (OFF: Thursday, Saturday, Sunday)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Promptly completes patient exams, questionnaires, and testing in order to ensure smooth daily operations and coordination of care
- Deliveries direct patient care to patients including scans and venipuncture as assigned with tact, discretion and professionalism
- Preps room to ensure that equipment is operable and that those supplies are ready
- Checks referral for appropriate study and contacts referring the physician to clarify if needed
- Follows CMI CT protocols on conducting a scan and consults Radiologist when necessary
- Reformats images and sends studies to PACS for radiologist interpretation
- Maintains patient confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA law
- Complies with all applicable ethical, legal and procedural rules and regulations
- Follows safety guidelines and protocols including minimizing exposure to ionizing radiation for patients and staff, disposing of infectious materials into biohazard containers and ensuring the cleanliness of rooms and equipment daily
- Communicates efficiently, effectively and respectfully with medical staff, patients and patient families
- Uses screening procedures, including medical history review, obtains blood work when needed using on-site equipment
- Checks ICD and CPT codes and following up regarding referrals and charges accordingly
- Verifies equipment function with daily QA, monitoring quality control measures and protocols and advanced troubleshooting when needed
- Performs other duties as assigned
Qualifications
- Graduate of an accredited Radiology Technology program and a member in good standing with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- Licensed as a Medical Radiation Technologist in the state of Maryland is required.
- Working knowledge of CT equipment and protocols to include technique, contrast indications and other adjustments and factors
- Ability to work independently with very little supervision and exercise sound judgment
- Knowledge of healthcare regulations and preventative measures (HIPAA confidentiality, infection spread, etc.)
Certifications
- BLS
- ARRT
What will you get when you join us?
- Generous PTO Package
- 401k w/ Employer Match
- Employee Assistance Program, Dependent Care FSA
- Birthday Pay/Floating Holiday
- OFF Major Holidays
- NO on-call schedules
- NO Sunday schedules
- 8 &10 hour shift options
- Company events including: themed contests, regional Happy Hours, Holiday Party, & Family Crab Feast
Chesapeake Medical Imaging provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Chesapeake Medical Imaging complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.