CT Technologist Team Lead- Mid-days

Job Summary: The CT Technologist TL utilizes Computed Tomography (CT) scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis. Essential Job Functions Accountabilities: Performs procedures as ordered and obtains images according to written protocols. Positions patients’ appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as needed as directed by the provider. Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in established procedures in the proper sequence. Reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to deliver high quality diagnostic images. This includes any required post processing at remote workstations. Start-up and calibrate Computed Tomography system daily. Reviews orders with Radiologist to determine proper protocol for each procedure. Administers IV contrast with proper dosage and documents according department policy. Performs and documents quality control on equipment according to manufacturer guidelines or department protocols; recognizes and takes appropriate action for abnormal results. Reports equipment problems and failures to Bio-Medical or Manager. Ensures a safe and clean environment with all the necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures in exam room. Applies and follows radiation safety principles (i.e. ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles) to ensure patient and staff safety. Ability to work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions while maintaining tact, maturity and a positive attitude. Understands and uses Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Ability to work in variable environments and locations. Serve as a mentor and resource to onboarding CT Technologists and less experienced staff/students. Participates providing orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring that procedures are performed according to set standards. Solves complex problems and works independently with minimal guidance. May lead projects and is accountable for ongoing objectives. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Provides training and direction to new team members. Works independently with guidance in only the most complex situations. May lead multiple projects and is accountable for ongoing objectives. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Leads staff and provides ongoing support to the department. Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned. Must be able to complete all job duties and functions of the role with or without assistive/adaptive devices, and/or reasonable accommodations. Work environments may differ based on job functions and location. Work is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.