Ct Technologist

Job Purpose

The purpose of the CT tech is to take CT scans or administer nonradioactive materials into patient’s blood stream for diagnostic purposes. This includes technologists who are specialized in other scanning modalities.

 Essential Job Functions

·         Safely operate CT equipment to produce images of patients’ bones, organs, and tissue.

·         Prepare patients for diagnostic procedures by explaining the process and positioning patients correctly to capture the images requested by a physician.

·         Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV’s, and injecting contrast, when necessary.

·         Administers intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, while observing patients for adverse reactions.

·         Evaluate CT scans for technical quality.

·         Schedule patients for procedures.

·         Maintain accurate patient records for all procedures performed.

·         Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all HIPPA standards.

·         Maintain patient care, comfort, and safety throughout procedure.

·         Perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot problems.

·         Ability to be at work regularly and on time.

·         Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

·         Must be able to handle imaging equipment.

·         Must be able to multitask.

·         Must be sensitive to patients’ conditions and needs.

Education/Experience

·         Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

·         Must have Associate’s Degree in Medical Technology or related field.

·         Must be certified by the ARRT in Radiology and Computed Tomography.

·         Must have at least (2) years experience in medical technology or related field.

·         Must have at least (2) years of CT experience.

·         Current BCLS certification.

Working conditions

This position works in a busy oncology/hematology clinic. This person will have direct patient contact, including some patients who are very ill.

Physical requirements

This position requires that the employee be able to stand for long periods of time, up to eight hours a day. This position also requires that the employee be able to lift and assist patients as needed.