Cat Scan Technologist

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

(90%) Patient CT Imaging

Screens patient before exam for any precautions or contradictions pertaining to examination, using two patient identifiers to ensure the correct patient and procedure
Explains and prepares patients for scanning imaging procedures that will be performed, explaining the procedure, positioning patients so that the parts of the body can be appropriately
Performs routine and advanced scanning imaging procedures on designated portions of the body for use by physicians in the diagnosing and treating of patient illness and/or injury with minimal amount of supervision or repeats scanned, while providing patient support by talking to patients throughout procedure
Adjusts scanning scan parameters correctly and as needed, utilizing dose reduction techniques as appropriate
Follows physicians’ orders precisely, conforms to safety regulations, and accurately maintains patient records within Radiology Information System (RIS)
Maintains ACR toolkit and accreditation requirements
Maintains an orderly and clean work area including equipment promoting good safety habits for patients and co-workers
(5%) CT/Imaging Department Support

Assists with maintaining an updated imaging protocol manual and software upgrades
Monitors medical supply inventory and requests supplies as necessary
Assists with training of new team members, providing resource and technical expertise, as applicable
(5%) Completes other tasks as assigned

Remote Position
No
Status
Temporary/PRN

Requirements
Required:

High School diploma, or equivalent
Graduate of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved school of radiography
ARRT registered technologist, current and in good standing
Licensed Radiological Technologist in the appropriate state, if applicable
Current Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification
Must have sufficient training and experience to competently perform CT procedures independently
Certification in imaging specialty
Preferred:

Bilingual