CT Technologist Lead - Days
Integris Health
2024-11-17 19:49:46
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States
Job type: fulltime
Job industry: Healthcare & Medical
Job description
INTEGRIS Health Baptist Medical Center, Oklahoma's largest not-for-profit health system has a great opportunity for a CT Technologist Lead in Oklahoma City, OK. In this position, you'll work week days with our Computed Tomography team providing exceptional care to those who have entrusted INTEGRIS Health with their healthcare needs. If our mission of partnering with people to live healthier lives speaks to you, apply today and learn more about our recently enhanced benefits package for all eligible caregivers such as, front loaded PTO, 100% INTEGRIS Health paid short term disability, increased retirement match, and paid family leave. We invite you to join us as we strive to be The Most Trusted Partner for Health.
Responsible for all CT exams requiring high levels of complexity, experience and expertise, including but not limited to imaging, interventional and computerized reconstruction. Operates the Computed Tomography equipment, performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement, ingenuity, and initiative, and assumes responsibility for patients within this area. This position will be responsible for overseeing the cross-training program. This position is responsible after hours rotating call for emergency procedures. Performs other duties as assigned. Lead Technologist: Responsible for scheduling of CT/MRI personnel, equipment repairs and equipment maintenance. This position requires age related competencies.
Adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as appropriate based on the level of patient contact this position requires. INTEGRIS Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.
Positions and transfers patients in a timely manner maintaining at all times the safety of the patients and their physical requirements;
develops film by automatic processing utilizing a knowledge of this equipment;
utilizes surgical techniques as needed in performing sterile procedures;
properly identifies all patients using their hospital armband before starting their examination;
assists in equipment calibration and quality control performing each test in a timely manner;
administers radiographic contrast according to the request of the physician and the departmental policy and procedure manual;
evaluates when radiologist should be consulted on the administration of contrast media;
completes initial IV set-up prep for IV insertion for CT Scan including: IV Prep, IV Insertion, and IV positioning to secure utilization for proper aseptic technique;
Assists as directed, in emergency procedures demonstrating knowledge of the proper skills required.
Lead Technologist:
Plans and coordinates scheduling, employee shift scheduling, ordering of supplies, reviews protocols and ensures they are up to date, conducts employee evaluations and disciplinary actions, and ensures equipment calibration by performing quality control tests according to established procedures and frequency schedule.
Provides instruction and technical assistance to the CT technologist concerning the operation of the equipment. Accountable for: Satisfactory attendance by regularly reporting to work for scheduled shift, clocking in at scheduled start time, completing assigned duties in a timely, efficient and cost effective manner. Providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers.
Lead Technologist:
Reports to Operations Manager
This position may have additional or varied physical demand and/or respiratory fit test requirements. Please consult the Physical Demands Project SharePoint site or contact Risk Management/Employee Health for additional information. Exposed to moveable tables and film bins, needles, chemical fumes from processors while developing radiographs, radiation, patients with contagious diseases, and electrical equipment. Exposed occasionally to odors, blood, chemical irritation, a variety of constant interruptions, and inclement weather and traffic conditions during call backs; may work erratic hours and overtime.
All applicants will receive consideration regardless of membership in any protected status as defined by applicable state or federal law, including protected veteran or disability status.
Current Computed Tomography certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
2 years of experience as a CT Technologist.
Current CPR certification required within 90 days of hire.
Supervisory experience preferred.
Must be able to communicate effectively in English (Verbal/Written).