Radiology CT Tech - Taylor Regional

Performs the necessary job duties to provide optimum quality patient radiographs with ALARA radiation exposure. (Allow as reasonably achievable)

Job Duties:

• Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, answering questions, and obtaining medical histories.

• Position patients correctly while operating the CT scanner & diagnostic radiographic equipment.

• Operate other equipment/devices as appropriate – i.e.…power injector for CT contrast administration.

• Ensure proper operation of CT scanner.

• Calculate exposure factors for optimum radiographic quality with lowest absorption dose.

• Practice radiation protection for patients, family members, other staff & self.

• Evaluate radiographs for technical quality and demonstration of desired anatomy.

• Documentation of patient information & sending exams to PACS.

• Administration of contrast media as needed.

• Initiate life support measures to patients when necessary.

• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds correctly.

• Maintain patient records.

• Assumes responsibility for assigned area

• Able to work alone.

• Promotes a climate conductive to learning for co-workers.

• Rotates work schedules within the department and/or cover other shifts as required.

• Assists and/or transport patients using a wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.

Education:

High School Diploma; Minimum 2-year degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or College.

A.R.R.T. Registered in Radiography.

A.R.R.T. Registered in Computed Tomography (CT) or CT registry eligible.

Training/Experience:

Minimum 1-year prior experience in a hospital setting for Radiography. Some experience with CT scan is desired, but not necessary; will cross-train the right candidate.

Skills/Qualifications:

• Supply Management

• Verbal Communication

• Infection Control

• Creating a Safe, Effective Environment

• Organization

• Scheduling

• Professionalism

• Customer Focus Confidentiality

• Bedside Manner

• Medical Teamwork

Type Work:

• Part-time / PRN

• 12-hour Shifts

• Must be able to work dayshift, nightshift, weekdays, weekends, holidays