Operate CT scanners to obtain diagnostic images of specified body parts as requested. The technologist must produce quality images for radiologist interpretation and function independently with minimal supervision.
Job Responsibilities
Greet patients by introducing yourself and verifying their name and birthdate.
Take pertinent patient history and review orders for procedures, documentation, current medications, allergy information, and completed questionnaires.
Explain procedures to patients and encourage questions to ensure understanding.
Anticipate patient needs, keep patients and families informed of delays, answer questions, and address concerns, following up on issues or contacting appropriate personnel.
Communicate professionally with all customers, coworkers, physicians, and office staff, respecting differences.
Adhere to all hospital/imaging center policies and core values, striving to exceed expectations.
Position patients, scan, and archive procedures according to established protocols, producing diagnostic images within quality control parameters.
Utilize proper venipuncture techniques to prepare patients for contrast media administration as necessary. Administer contrast media according to established protocols or physician direction, and label syringes appropriately.
Identify, prepare, administer, and document various medications used during procedures accurately.
Reconcile patient medications to ensure no interactions with contrast media used.
Complete all work in a timely, efficient, and productive manner.
Assist coworkers in other modalities as appropriate, including starting IVs, completing computer functions, and preparing patients.
Assist physicians with invasive procedures as applicable.
Verify physician orders for accuracy and act upon them appropriately.
Utilize appropriate radiation-reducing techniques without compromising high-quality images.
Protect patients, self, and all other personnel from radiation exposure.
Wear and store dosimeters appropriately, ensuring timely monthly changes.
Use appropriate devices for moving patients to protect both the patient and self.
Observe patients and assist as necessary to minimize the risk of falls or other injuries.
Required Skills & Experience
Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation, and sterile techniques/procedures.
Patient positioning and equipment operation (e.g., x-ray machines and printers).
CT registration with a minimum of 2 years of CT experience.
Preferred Skills & Experience
Minimum of 2 years of related experience.
Experience with Phillips CT, Bracco injector, EPIC, and PACS systems.
Experience with exams such as Cardiac, TAVR, CTA, Code stroke, HD, CAP, Spine.