CT Technologist

Company: Presbyterian Healthcare Services
Location: Albuquerque
Posted on: January 26, 2023

Job Description:

Overview:The Coors location of PRESNow is seeking a qualified CT Technologist.Performs computerized tomographic radiographs according to established practices and procedures, Reviews exams for clinical appropriateness, appropriately prioritizes exams, and demonstrates effective communication of critical situations, Supports new employee orientation by properly documenting clinical competence, Responsible for maintaining necessary credentials, timely renewal of required credentials, May be required to perform general radiology and or lab testing as required by primary job location.Type of Opportunity: Full TimeFTE: 0.900000Exempt: NoWork Schedule: 12 Hour NightsQualifications:ARRT is requiredMust have a NM Computed Tomography License (NMCT) or NM Computed Tomography Provisional License (NMPCT)Current BLS is requiredEducation:Essential:* Associate DegreeCredentials:Essential:* NM Computed TomographyResponsibilities:* Utilizes clinical reasoning which includes global grasp of situations, critical thinking, decision making, critical actions, priority setting, and escalation of concerns with associated knowledge, skills, and evidence-based guidelines in managing computerized tomographic radiograph imaging.* Works on behalf of the patients/significant others in representing their concerns and helping resolve ethical and clinical issues that impact the patients situation. Uses effective communication to escalate concerns to appropriate one up leader. Goes extra mile to attend to patient exam requests.* Creates a compassionate, supportive and therapeutic environment for patients and staff with the aim of promoting comfort and healing and preventing unnecessary suffering or harm. Recognizes patient concern and reacts appropriately, including documentation of events.*Educates patient prior to scanning procedure explaining the procedure and answering patient questions.* Involves multidisciplinary team as well as patient/significant others to promote optimal and realistic goals and outcomes. Works with other departments to create an effective patient exam flow to include avoiding conflicting procedures and delay of patient care as well as effective utilization of limited technical and clinical resources.*Effectively manages environmental and system resources across the healthcare system and community to meet patient/significant others needs and ensure quality care and outcomes. Assesses clinical area to uncover and report safety issues with regards to physical space, expired supplies, and or damaged equipment* Uses holistic body, mind, spirit approach in provision of care by recognizing, appreciating, and incorporating cultural, spiritual, gender, race, ethnicity, lifestyle, socioeconomic, age, and values differences in practice.* Fosters patient/significant others learning to promote self-care using both formal and informal processes as applicable and at an appropriate level of understanding, and contributes to the orientation and professional growth of colleagues. Properly conducts pre/post procedure screening, supports student educational programs, invests quality time onboarding new employees, takes initiative to stay current on technology protocols and advances. Is aware of location of protocol manuals and reviews them to stay current in protocol changes.* Uses high standards and evidence-based practices along with questioning, research and evaluation skills to provide informed and/or change practice. Properly assesses patient condition for candidate for imaging. Performs necessary clinical and technical safety checks and screening processes, validates reasons for exam with patient prior to scanning, addresses all safety concerns prior to scanning, and performs red rules to ensure right patient/right exam/right order. Understands importance of performing necessary safety/calibration/quality checks per established protocols. Does not image patient without an order or without performing necessary safety, lab, and conflicting exam reviews.* Demonstrates and role models CARES behaviors of continuous learning, accountability, respecting and responding, ensuring an environment of health, and obtaining superior outcomes in all endeavors related to job responsibilities. Looks to establish positive and supportive team member relationships, recognizes and responds to department scheduling needs. Communicates effectively any variances to clinical protocols, work schedule changes, or recognition of unsafe operational practices.* Supports organizational and department business objectives by providing standardized, evidence-based care that contributes to achieving optimal outcomes and patient experiences. Actively participates in hospital and department quality and community initiatives, and maintains competency required for X ray, lab, EKG, and other clinic duties as assigned/where applicable.Benefits:We offer more than the standard benefits!Presbyterian employees gain access to a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more!Learn more about our employee benefits:https://www.phs.org/careers/employee-benefits/Pages/default.aspxWhy work at Presbyterian?As an organization, we are committed to improving the health of our communities. From hosting growers' markets to partnering with local communities, Presbyterian is taking active steps to improve the health of New Mexicans. For our employees, we offer a robust wellness program, including free access to our on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, wellness challenges and more.Presbyterian's story is really the story of the remarkable people who choose to work here. The hard work of our physicians, nurses, employees, board members and volunteers grew Presbyterian from a tiny tuberculosis sanatorium to a statewide healthcare system that serves more than 875,000 New Mexicans.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian Healthcare Services exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1,600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.About Our Regional Delivery SystemPresbyterian's Regional Delivery System is a network of six hospitals and medical centers throughout rural New Mexico including locations in Clovis, Espanola, Ruidoso, Santa Fe, Socorro and Tucumcari. Our regional facilities are home to more than 1,600 clinical and non-clinical employees who help make Presbyterian the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 statewide employees. With a variety of services ranging from general surgery to pediatrics to heart and cancer care, our regional employees are proud to provide close-to-home care for their communities.We are part of New Mexico's history - and committed to its future. That is why we will continue to work just as hard and care just as deeply to serve New Mexico for years to come.About New MexicoNew Mexico continues to grow steadily in population and features a low cost-of living.Varied landscapes bring filmmakers here from around the world to capture a slice of the natural beauty New Mexicans enjoy every day. Our landscapes are as diverse as our culture - from mountains, forests, canyons, and lakes, to caverns, hot springs and sand dunes.New Mexico offers endless recreational opportunities to explore and enjoy an active lifestyle. Venture off the beaten path, challenge your body in the elements, or open yourself up to the expansive sky. From hiking, golfing and biking to skiing, snowboarding and boating, it's all available among our beautiful wonders of the west.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.#CC123

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