CT Technologist

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Job description

Job Summary

The position involves performing procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. The role requires operating CT Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency, including scanners, post-processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport, and patient monitoring equipment.

Essential Functions
Examine requests and verify orders on each assigned patient.
Refer and question orders to the Radiologist before performing exams.
Contact ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
Properly identify and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures.
Prepare patients for procedures with a full explanation and document on appropriate worksheets.
Interview patients for a complete medical history.
Review in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR's to obtain pertinent clinical history.
Record medical history on requisitions.
Correlate other test results and laboratory data with exams being performed.
Assume responsibility for the exam from beginning until completion of dictated results.
Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
Record contrast type and amount upon request.
Evaluate technical quality of images and consult with a Radiologist if needed.
Recognize abnormal anatomy and process additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
Inform appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
Initiate life support measures for patients when necessary.
Assist in "code blue" procedures during medical emergencies.
Perform CT scanning and assist Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures.
Practice proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
Perform all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.
Authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
Practice principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients, and family members.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer.
Operate radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies.
Document contrast administration in the MAR.
Maintain assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.
Assist other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Skills and Physical Requirements
Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.
Work requires walking, standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling during normal operations.
Requires mental capacity to understand the assigned area of clinical expertise or technology.
Motor coordination needed to operate equipment including various computer systems.
Intact sense of sight and hearing.
Required to use radiation safety, MRI safety, and proper ergonomics to maintain an effective, safe environment.
Minimum of 1-2 years of experience required.

Education
Graduate of an accredited two (2) year AMA and ARRT approved program in Radiologic Technology required.
ARRT (CT) Required.
BLS (AHA or ARC) required.

Additional Information
Contract Length: 15 weeks
Schedule: Fri-Sun, 9a-9:30pm

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $55.00 - $60.00 per hour

Benefits:
Health insurance
Schedule:
8 hour shift
Day shift

License/Certification:
ARRT (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

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