Cat Scan Technologist

Cat Scan Technologist

Requirements

• Licensed by LSRTBE as a General Radiographer or have an LSRTBE temporary permit as a General Radiographer
• Registered by ARRT (R) (CT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required from the American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Promotes Quality: Assures that a safe environment is kept for all employees and patients
• Confirms patient identity, body part, and body side for every patient prior to the procedure
• Performs all procedures per approved and requested standards
• Positions patients as determined for specific studies, specific ages, and specific conditions
• Provides immobilization as required
• Selects proper technical factors on an individual patient basis
• Selects and operates equipment as directed
• Provides radiation protection to patients and assistants in accordance with prescribed safety standards, e.g. ALARA
• Encourages understanding and cooperation by preparing the patient and the family before, during, and after procedures
• Assists physician in administering contrast media and with exams
• Assists in the diagnosis of disease by consulting with Radiologists
• Processes and sends images to PACS
• Documents information per established guidelines
• Ensures compliance with all safety regulations to guarantee protection of patients, staff, and visitors
• Demonstrates pediatric-specific skills and knowledge to perform all procedures using appropriate techniques and methods to produce high quality exams while ensuring patient comfort and protection
• Responsible for designated work area (supplies, cleaning rooms)
• Reports equipment malfunctions immediately
• Takes initiative and uses independent judgment
• Assists in performing first aid when necessary
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross contamination
• Maintains inventory of supplies and orders as needed
• Maintains equipment, exam rooms and work areas in a neat and safe condition to ensure the safety of the patients and employees
• Checks and inspects the suite, equipment and accessories daily for physical or mechanical hazards
• Performs required daily equipment checks
• Troubleshoots equipment
• Cleans and disinfects equipment
• Escalates to the Director as needed to avoid and resolve equipment downtime
• Attends mandatory In-service Education Classes (TB, Hepatitis, Infection Control, Hospital Safety, Back Tips, and Fire & Electrical)
• Adheres to OSHA standards by donning required personal protective equipment (PPE) to maintain a safe working environment
• Participates in meetings concerning the Radiology Department
• Reports to Radiology Director and communicates daily activities and any updates pertinent to department affairs
• Performs other duties as assigned to support the duties and responsibilities of the job and operational needs of the department

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.