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AdventHealth Careers for Veterans CT Technologist - Lead - Altamonte - Weekend
Altamonte Springs, FL

Description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • Benefits from Day One

  • Paid Days Off from Day One

  • Career Development

  • $7,500Sign-on Bonus

  • $1,500 Relocation*

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Full Time – 40hrs/week

Shift : 7a – 7:30p, Fri/Sat/Sun

The community you’ll be caring for: 601 E. Altamonte, Altamonte Springs, FL

· Located north of Orlando in the community of Altamonte Springs, our facility is consistently named “Best Hospital” for overall quality, reputation, doctors and nurses by local residents

· As the largest satellite campus within the AdventHealth system, AdventHealth Altamonte has been providing state-of-the-art healthcare to the community since 1973

· The 398-bed hospital cares for more than 168,000 patients a year. We are proud to be revolutionizing health care with visionary leadership and world-class resources

The role you’ll contribute:

Under general supervision, is responsible for managing the daily operations in the CT area to ensure smooth and efficient flow including maintenance of supplies within designated budget. Performs the imaging of both neuro and body scans following the facilities parameters, building/performance of complicated 3D and CTA studies and performs QA audits. Utilizes the hospital performance improvement process in the goals of Imaging Services. Establishes and maintains ethicalworking relationships and good rapport with all referring physicians, hospital, and commercial agencies. Meets with customers and partners to ensure service levels are maintained (rounding). Actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed :

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School Grad or Equiv and 2+ years experience

LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION REQUIRED:

American Registry of Radiologic Technologists

Registered Radiologist Assistant

Basic Life Support - CPR Cert

Registered Computed Tomography Technician

Preferred Qualifications:

Ability to analyze and assess data, techniques, methodology, equipment operation, and quality control to ensure that information is obtained and presented accurately

• Up-to-date knowledge of patient positioning and equipment operations, including x-ray machines and printers

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals

• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the health care industry

• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office

The value you’ll bring to the team:

Performs all exams using established protocols. Uses facility policy for proper identification of patient prior to performing exam. Educates patient concerning exam. Properly screens patients for any contrast allergies. Performs complicated 3D and CTA studies• Completes all exams in a timely manner, keeps work flow moving, and minimizes empty table time. Follows through after completing exam with communication, transportation and discharge of OP's. Monitors daily time and attendance. Orders supplies • Performs all types of imaging procedures and operates all equipment safely and properly including scanners, injectors, monitors, and medical equipment. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform scans on patients of all ages, adapting protocols as necessary. Serves as a clinical instructor• Properly screens patients of childbearing age, and operates all imaging equipment in a safe manner minimizing radiation exposure to patients, families, and co-workers. Practices infection control standards, and utilizes approved PPE and disinfectant agents. Maintains properly stocked, organized and clean room. Performs QA on CT scanners. Employee job duties may include transport of pharmaceutical waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area. Employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling pharmaceutical waste) to include proper handlingand transport of pharmaceutical waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment

• Reviews all images of all exams, repeating images as necessary for best possible result. Assists others in these decisions and notifies physician of emergent findings according to established protocol. Provides supervisor/manager feedback for employees' evaluations, and conducts evaluations with employees at respective campus if appropriate; daily coaching of CT images• Uses computer system for ordering, changing, and canceling exams according to protocol. Confirms order matches exam before pushing to PACS or correctly 'fixes' exams on workstation or PACS• Assists with collection of data entry for all process improvement projects realizing final goals of department. Maintains a knowledge and understanding of process improvement initiatives for the department• Actively participates in exceptional customer service and utilizes Service Recovery techniques for patients and familiesas needed • May perform waived and/or non-waived Point of Care Testing. If performing non-waived Point of Care Testing, as defined by the state of the facility, must have approved competency and documented proof (copy of either diploma or transcript, at the highest level of academic achievement) at the time of the facility non-waived Point of Care training• Maintains radiation protection standards according to (ALARA) principles• Assists physicians in cases of adverse reaction, performance of interventional/biopsy procedures using sterile techniqueand in acute emergencies when necessary• Performs other duties as assigned or directed to ensure the smooth operation of the department

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

Category: Radiology/Imaging

Organization: AdventHealth Altamonte Springs

Schedule: Full-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 23038135

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

Job Snapshot

  • Job Schedule: Full-time

    Pay Range: $29.46 - $44.19

  • Location: Altamonte Springs, FL

  • Job ID: 23038135

  • Job Family: Radiology/Imaging

  • Shift: 1 - Day

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