Job Description:
The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgement to perform high quality scans.
Posting Specifics:
- Benefits Eligible: No
- Hours: PRN (As Needed)
- Shift Details: Variable
- Additional Details: Shift differentials given for evenings, nights and weekends
Essential Functions:
- Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job.
- Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure production of quality images.
- Ensures proper patient identification, 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 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 program 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.
Qualifications:
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