CT Technologist

Pay Rate: $64 - $75 per hour

Summary:

• Requires the utilization of appropriate kV and mA techniques to ensure quality diagnostic CT images.
• Performs daily quality control calibration checks on all equipment to ensure proper calibration and functionality before any patient study is performed.
• Injects patients with radioactive material as per the physician’s order following the prescribed protocol.
• Observes all department documentation policies by filling in all appropriate logs, manuals, charge documents, and reporting equipment problems to comply with regulatory agencies.
• Performs quality control, quality assurance, and safety tests. Follows radiation safety guidelines to comply with the ALARA principle.
• Maintains, develops, and retrieves patient films and electronic data for Radiologist interpretation.
• Orders patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses one day prior to use.
• Receives radiopharmaceutical on the day of delivery and verifies proper receipt as per policy and procedure. Verifies activity level of the dose prior to administration.

Requirements:

• Graduate of a JCERT-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State License (L.R.T).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT Certified).

Preferred Skills:

• Performs CT procedures according to the prescribed protocols to ensure uniformity and accuracy.
• Exercises appropriate judgment to assess and respond to patient’s needs prior to, during, and after visits in the Radiology department.