Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (CT)

PLEASE NOTE - This position may require temporarily relocation to other TONHC Facilities : Sells Hospital, Santa Rosa Health Center, San Simon Health Center, and San Xavier Health Center.

Position Summary :

The incumbent provides x-ray studies for diagnoses and treatment of patients, such as Computerized Axial Tomographic (CT) scanning of the head or body.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities : ( Depending on the area of assignment, an incumbent may not be required to perform some of the duties listed below) :

• Independently performs Computerized Axial Tomographic (CT) scanning of the head and body of patients.
• Performs Digital Radiography exams as requested by providers.
• Provide proper patient protection following prescribed safety standards related to the radiographic examination.
• Secure the confidence and cooperation of the patient during examination procedures.
• Assists physicians and radiologists in administering opaque media for all prescribed radiographic examinations.
• Complete intravenous cannulation for IV contrast injections.
• Monitors injection (power injector) and recognizes injection complications, such as infiltration or contrast reaction.
• Monitors vital signs and notifies radiologists of any significant changes.
• Assist in performing emergency first aid if required and initiates CPR when a cardiac arrest occurs.
• Responsible for delegated areas of authority in the performance of routine and special procedures involving various tomographic examinations.
• Schedules patients for examinations, evaluate a request for critical or emergency procedures, and adjust schedules to accommodate higher priority patients.
• Independently performs standardized examinations, determines the appropriate thickness of cuts, and recognizes standard protocol necessary to complete the assessment.
• Maintains accurate electronic records for all patients, examinations performed and scans taken.
• Performs general office work, including various computer-based programs to register and complete examinations and send for interpretation and verify reports.
• Responsible for quality control activities which include but are not limited to daily quality assurance, shut down and startup procedures, and proper documentation of activities.
• Performs daily required QA tests and records appropriate equipment errors in the log.
• Recognizes equipment malfunctions and contacts appropriate CT Service Engineer.
• Practices sterile technique and prevents cross-contamination in various examinations.
• Maintain patient records, x-rays file folders, check-out files, quality assurance records, current operating policy manuals, and other materials.
• Maintain repair and maintenance records of the radiographic unit.
• Develops standard protocols for CT and new protocols as new procedures evolve.
• Contribute to a team effort.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

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