CT Technologist

BASIC FUNCTION OF POSITION:

• Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Prepares written documentation as required by the profession and the department, such as evaluation results, individualized treatment plans, progress reports, and other such reports.
• Performs CAT Scan radiology studies; obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns.
• Transports patients to CAT Scan or radiographic room; prepares and maintains room for daily activities.
• Selects and operates equipment as directed.
• Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings, and workshops.
• Attends meetings as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned or requested.

QUALIFICATIONS:

EDUCATION: Graduate of AMA accredited school of Radiologic Technology.

LICENSE: N/A

CREDENTIALS: Registration as Radiologic Technologist.

EXPERIENCE: Minimum of one year of experience in diagnostic Radiology.

SPECIAL:

PATIENT CONTACT: Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

MACHINE OPERATION: CT Scanner, laser camera, power injection, contrast warmer. Portable X-ray units, Radiographic/Fluoroscopic Units.

ENVIRONMENTAL EXPOSURE: Will be exposed to X-ray Radiation on a daily basis. Will be exposed to developer and fixer fumes while mixing developer & fixer on a daily basis.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

STANDING: Majority of 10-hour shift spent standing and walking

LIFTING: Lifting required on patients of all weight ranges.

VISUAL: 20/20 or correctable vision necessary to perform and interpret scans.

HEARING & SPEAKING: Must have the ability to hear and speak to patients presenting for various procedures.

Rotating 10-hour Shifts: Monday-Thursday/Tuesday-Friday; 9 pm - 7:30 am