CT Technologist - Part Time Evenings - Thu / Fri

Computed Tomography Technologist

To provide highest quality health care services in a professional and competent manner, by using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes to produce images for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. The scope of practice being an extended practice to include Computed Tomography and related procedures to demonstrate cross-sectional anatomic images.

Essential Responsibilities :

• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Corroborates patient's clinical history with procedure, assuring information is documented and available for use by a licensed practitioner.
• Prepares patient for procedures by providing instructions to obtain desired results, gain cooperation, and minimize anxiety.
• Selects appropriate exam protocol as specified by the Radiologist and follows approved CT Policies and Procedures.
• Immobilizes patient as required for appropriate examination.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Positions patient to best demonstrate anatomic area of interest, respecting patient ability and comfort.
• Verifies informed consent for and assist a licensed practitioner with interventional CT procedures, applies aseptic surgical techniques.
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical and psychological needs of patients during procedures.
• Understands methods and is capable of performing venipunctures.
• Prepares, operates, and cares for equipment and other technical instruments used for administration of contrast agents, patient monitoring, and surgical intervention.
• Prepares, identifies, and administers contrast media and / or medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, manipulates display parameters.
• Initiates basic life support actions when necessary.
• Completes all computer functions necessary for recording patient histories, indications and entering exam related charges as needed.
• Provides patient education by describing tests and procedures.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area and report equipment malfunction. This includes appearance and cleanliness of area and restocking of area supplies.
• Provides input for supply decisions.
• Provides practical instruction for students and / or other health care professionals.
• Participates in the department's quality assessment and improvement plan. May be responsible for specific quality control duties in the specialty area.
• Assist in other areas of the department as needed.
• Complies with minimum standards as noted on the cover page of job description.
• Maintains a knowledge of sterile supplies and techniques utilized for procedures in the CT area.
• Maintains appropriate knowledge to recognize anatomical structures via computer generated system.
• Use common sense and special medical skills to care for the sick or handicapped with regard to the patient's age and diagnosis.
• Maintain knowledge of the 3D workstation including reformatting and reconstructing images.
• Creates and / or releases imaging viewing media to other institutions, patients or nursing units upon properly authorized request.

Education and Experience Required :

Mandatory Licensure / Certifications :

Work Shift : Varied Shifts (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours : 27