Travel CT Tech - $2,875 per week in Lafayette, CO

Job Title: CT Tech Profession: Tech Specialty: Computed Tomography Duration: 13 Weeks Shift: 3x12 Day Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: 1-2 years of CT & Acute care experience preferred License: ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (R) required Certifications: Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required Must-Have: ARRT(R)(CT) preferred Description: The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgment to perform high-quality scans. Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job. Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure the production of quality images. Ensures proper patient identification and order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam. Performs exams per department protocol. Reviews and evaluates images for quality, clarity, and accuracy, ensuring that all necessary anatomical structures are captured. Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff. Completes studies within acceptable time limitations per department expectations without compromising patient care or the quality of the examination. Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses patient and/or family concerns. Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following the procedure. Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques. Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents. Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC programs, and reporting any equipment failures or problems. As ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision, administers contrast media to patients per protocol and provides education to patients regarding safety concerns inherent to contrast administration. Stays updated with the latest advancements in CT technology, techniques, and protocols by participating in continuing education and professional development activities. Assists and instructs students and other radiology technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.