Job Description
The CT Technologist performs interpretive, patient care, and technical functions to ensure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients. This position participates in technical duties directly involved with CT including developing, initiating, and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit. This position functions as the first line interface with customers in the successful accomplishment of their imaging needs.
Responsibilities
- Performs all responsibilities/duties required by the CT department to perform examinations.
- Receives and reviews requests for CT exams.
- Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.
- Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (As low as reasonable achievable) standards.
- Assists in the administration and administers various medications under the direction of a physician to make specific organs or systems more opaque.
- Assists with examination of higher complexity such as CT-guided biopsies, needle localizations, drainages, etc.
- Explains and prepares the patient for all CT procedures.
- Sets up and adjusts equipment per radiologist protocol for exam.
- Quality controls all images, maintains inventory, and adheres to safety regulations.
- Participates in training of department personnel, including students.
- Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility.
- Demonstrates the knowledge and ability to perform the tasks listed on the competencies list as prescribed by the department.
- Assists in care and maintenance of facilities, equipment, and supplies.
- Performs various clerical duties.
- Assists in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.
- May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.
Qualifications
Minimum Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Required and Technical Diploma/Certificate Radiology Required
Licenses and Certifications
Certified Radiology Technologist Licensed Upon Hire Required and Registered Technologist (ARRT) Upon Hire Required and BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required and Registered Technologist - Computed Tomography (RTCT) ARRT within 18 Months Required
Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities
Must be available for on-call status, as needed, after normal operating hours.
Displays superior interpersonal skills.
Possesses a high level of knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
Proficiency with most major CT equipment manufacturer's hardware and software.
Must be able to multi-task.
Knowledge of filing systems, telephone etiquette, and customer service.
Computer skills.
Medical terminology.
Knowledge of anatomy and physiology to obtain the maximum diagnostic image corresponding to body parts.
About Us
Baptist Health Care is a not-for-profit health care system committed to improving the quality of life for people and communities in northwest Florida and south Alabama. The organization includes three hospitals, four medical parks, Andrews Institute for Orthopaedic & Sports Medicine, and an extensive primary and specialty care provider network. With more than 4,000 team members, Baptist Health Care is one of the largest non-governmental employers in northwest Florida.
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