CT Technologist

CT Technologist

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited two-year AMA program in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology required
• ARRT certification in Radiology, or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine required
• Advanced registry from the ARRT in CT scanning within one year of hire required
• Current CPR certification required

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient
• Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures
• Interviews patients for a complete medical history
• Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed
• Performs basic patient care functions
• Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures
• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner
• Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer
• Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease
• Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures
• Performs work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations where time is critical
• Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion
• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan

Preferred Qualifications

No preferred qualifications provided.