Computed Tomography Technologist I or II - CT (Tues- Fri evenings)nnGalveston, Texas, United StatesnnAllied HealthnnUTMB HealthnnRequisition # 2402537nn* This is an open-pooled position. Applicants' education/experience will be considered and the position may be filled at a lower or higher level, as appropriate. *nnWORK SCHEDULE:nnTuesday - Friday evenings, 12:00 noon to 10:30pmnnComputed Tomography Technologist I:nnJOB DESCRIPTIONnnThe CT Technologist I position works independently to complete a variety of routine diagnostic CT procedures to include common and special CT exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special CT procedures. This CT Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to CT exam standards, radiation dose standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.nnEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEnnMinimum Qualifications:nnAssociates of Applied SciencennGraduate of an accredited radiography programnnGraduate of an accredited computed tomography program (to include UTMB cross-training program)nn0+ years of experiencennLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONSnnAll below Required:nnAmerican Registry for Radiology Technologist (ARRT-R)nnAmerican Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARRT-CT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board NMTCB (CT)nnTexas Medical Board certification (MRT)nnAmerican Heart Association BLSnnESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSnnPromotes a positive work environment.nnCollaborates with all members of the patient care team.nnUses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.nnUtilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.nnProactivein responding to patient needs.nnPerforms CT, CTA, CTP and interventional biopsy procedures to include common and specialized exams of moderate complexity.nnOptimizes protocols to providebetter patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.nnAssistsphysicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.nnUtilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANGAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.nnPractices radiation safety and ALARA (As Lowas Reasonably Achievable)nnFollows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.nnMaintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.nnComplies withjob role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.nnParticipates in WASTE walks and supports department LEAN projects.nnReports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identifytrends.nnPerforms imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use.nnUtilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.nnProvides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Entercharges at the time service is delivered.nnUses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.nnEnsures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely mannerto prevent retro amendments.nnParticipates in department projects or shared governance activities.nnSeeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a technologist.nnComputed Tomography Technologist II:nnJOB DESCRIPTIONnnThe CT Technologist II position is an experienced technologist who completes a variety of moderate to complex diagnostic CT procedures to include common and special exams of high difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of CT exams. The CT Technologist II position serves as a mentor and trainerto the CT Technologist I and students.This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures.The CT Technologist II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic andspecial CT procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to CT exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.nnEDUCATION & EXPERIENCEnnMinimum Qualifications:nnAssociates of Applied SciencennGraduate of an accredited radiology programnnGraduate of an accredited computed tomography program (to include UTMB Cross-training program)nnProficient in all CT, CTA, CT Perfusion, CT Cardiac and CT Interventional proceduresnn3+ years of experiencennLICENSES, REGISTRATIONS OR CERTIFICATIONSnnRequired:nnAmerican Registry for Radiology Technologist (ARRT-R)nnAmerican Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARRT-CT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board NMTCB (CT)nnTexas Medical Board certification (MRT)nnAmerican Heart Association BLSnnESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONSnnPromotes a positive work environment.nnCollaborates with all members of the patient care team.nnGuides and mentors CT Technologist I andclinicalstudents to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities.nnUses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.nnUtilizes verbal, nonverbal & written communication to achieve mutual understanding.nnUtilizes active communication and reports pertinent patient care information in a comprehensive manner.nnProactive in responding to patient needs.nnPerforms CT, CTA, CTP and interventional biopsy procedures to include common and specialized exams of high complexity.nnOptimizes protocols to provide betterpatient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes:positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors.nnAssists physicians during diagnostic procedures or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.nnUtilizes AIDET incorporating Key Words and MANGAGE UP techniques, when speaking to patients and family members at an age-appropriate level.nnPractices radiation safety and ALARA (As Low AsReasonably Achievable)nnFollows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly.nnMaintains proper sterile techniques for procedures.nnComplies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.nnIdentifies LEAN opportunities and WASTE, providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.nnReports near misses and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends.nnUtilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e., contrast media and medications) or potential outcomes, as appropriate.nnEnsures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use.nnAssists with implementation and education of department based, safety initiatives and standards of practice.nnProvides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enterscharges at the time service is delivered.nnUses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies.nnEnsures their personal timecard is accurate and approves it in a timely manner to prevent retro amendments.nnLeadsdepartmental special projects, initiatives and/or shared governance activities.nnSeeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development.nnFosters a positive and constructive teaching environment.nnEqual Employment OpportunitynnUTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a VEVRAA Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance women, minorities, protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.nnCompensation