CT Technologist
Company: Aspen Valley Hospital
Location: Aspen
Posted on: January 19, 2023
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Job Description:
Company Overview: Embrace the adventure of a career at Aspen
Valley Hospital. Aspen Valley Hospital is a twenty-five-bed
community hospital that represents the best of two worlds - the
warmth and friendliness of a small town and the technical expertise
of a major medical center. Our award-winning hospital, nestled in
the heart of Aspen, CO, includes a team of more than 500 people
dedicated to making a difference for our patients, families, and
community. Nationally we are recognized for providing some of the
most exceptional patient care of any hospital across the country.
AVH requires COVID-19 Vaccination for all Staff. This Position
Offers: Highly competitive pay, 40 hours per week, comprehensive
benefits package (including generous PTO, health insurance within
your first 30 days, retirement), being part of a very cohesive &
supportive team, four of North America's top ski resorts at your
doorstep, and much more. Job Overview: Under general supervision of
the Manager and Chief Technologist, this position is responsible
for providing Radiologic and CT images of technical detail,
requiring independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in
producing quality exams and providing clerical services to the
department. Primary Scope of Responsibilities: Adheres reliably to
all accepted patient safety standards. Makes value-added resource
decision for patient care with respect to supplies, equipment and
acuity of care. Always ensures accurate documentation including
completion of all required forms, sign, date, time and legibility
of all documentation. Scan all documents as needed/required.
Delivers, documents and oversees patient care in accordance with
AVH policy, procedure, protocol and TJC or CMS standard
interpretation. Demonstrates ability to prioritize all aspects of
patient safety and National Patient Safety Goal requirements.
Maintains complete clinical competence for all patient care
delivered in the patient care setting and for all specific
radiology technician modalities assigned. Maintains appropriate
education and certification requirements for role and radiology
technician accountability Implements correct charging procedures
and monitors daily for accurate charging in the department.
Participates in charge master changes, corrections, updates or
additions. Participates in departmental and organizational
education as requested/required. Assists with new staff orientation
and mentoring. Oversees the appropriate use and maintenance of
Radiologic equipment, and assures appropriate function, patient
safety, and troubleshooting needs. Keeps patients informed
regarding what to expect pre/during/post procedure Provides
individualized patient and family education consistent with
patient's learning style, readiness to learn and self care needs
Evaluated the effectiveness of patient learning Records pertinent
clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements,
professional standards and hospital policy. Adheres to federal,
state and hospital rules and regulations concerning HIPAA privacy
and security. Follows Hospital compliance plan and policies,
including the Code of Conduct. Participates in required training
for compliance related activities (HIPAA, Compliance, Patient
Safety, TJC, etc.) Demonstrates responsibility and accountability
for own professional decision making. Develops professional goals
and diversity of responsibilities within practice; consistent with
hospital mission and goals Demonstrates role awareness and seeks
individualized/department specific continuing education that
improves patient care or professional practice. Able to express
values around patient/family centered care and assists others to
achieve shared understanding. Active participant in quality
improvement processes. Participates and contributes to unit
meetings and activities. Identifies need to seek out additional
information when needed and apply relevant findings to practice
Demonstrates purposeful service excellence through exceeding
patient and co-worker expectations. Represents the department and
hospital as a dedicated, courteous and responsive employee.
Completes C-Arm Competency Checklist as required, including
demonstration of proper use procedures, saving and transferring
images, disinfecting machine, use of shielding and how to begin an
exam. Completes X-Ray Room 1 Competency Checklist as required,
including demonstration of proper use procedures, performance of QA
in proper sequence, use of digital/cassett exams, grid use, start
of exam, proper protocol and transfer of images to PACS,
Pigo-O-Stat, lead shielding and locating proper supplies. Completes
X-Ray Room 2 Competency Checklist as required, including
demonstration of proper use procedures, start of exam-cassett and
use of flouro, transfer of info to PACS, set up of sterile tray,
use of shielding, operation of flouro tower and locating supplies.
Completes CT Competency Checklist as required, including
demonstration of proper use procedures, protocols, contrast, recon
of 3D images, power injector, start of IV, transfer of and clearing
of images and proper safety procedures. Maintains work area in a
clean and orderly condition; fully stocks area as needed. Inspects
sterile packages and eliminates damaged or out dated supplies. QA
on equipment and images Minimum Qualifications & Requirements:
Strong interpersonal skills required Ability to read and
communicate effectively in English Associate Degree in Radiology or
equivalent from a two year College or hospital program ARRT in
Radiologic Technologist required ARRT in one additional modality
required Required American Heart Association Certifications: BLS
Benefits & Compensation: Hire-in rates of pay are based upon the
relevance of years of experience, education and certifications. Our
talent acquisition team will help you understand how your direct
experience will be considered. Pay range for new hires: $32.41 -
$42.13 /hr. Our comprehensive benefits package includes generous
paid time off, health insurance within your first 30 days, and
retirement. Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $32 - $42 Hourly
Bonus/Commission: No
Keywords: Aspen Valley Hospital, Aspen , CT Technologist, Other , Aspen, Colorado
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