Produces computerized tomographic scanner
radiographs of specific areas consistent with
established policies and procedures at a technical level typically requiring
general supervision.
Essential Functions
and Responsibilities:
Obtains patient history,
explains standard procedures, and addresses patient concerns to
foster a sense of comfort and confidence to patients and ensure the needs
of individual patients are met.Operates and maintains all assigned imaging
department equipment including but not limited to tomography scanner
equipment.In addition to conducting scans, prepares
patients for these diagnostic procedures by explaining the process and
positioning patients to correctly capture the images requested by a
physician. Properly identifies, prepares
and/or administers medications that are within the technologist’s scope of
practice as prescribed by a licensed independent practitioner.Completes quality assurance processes and practices
radiation safety in order to reduce exposure to patients, staff and self.Maintains all required documentation, logs,
charts, forms and records in paper and electronic formats.Maintains an adequate supply of all consumables
to perform quality testing.Performs all routine daily, weekly, monthly, and
periodic maintenance and function checks following established protocol
for all imaging equipment.May assist other areas of radiology
as assigned.Performs other related duties as required and
directed.
Required:-
Certified as a Computed Tomography Technologist
- If not CT Certified, cross training from another ARRT modality to become CT Certified within 12 months.
- Graduation from an AMA-approved school of radiology technology
- Certified in general radiologic technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT).
- Current BLS certification
Preferred:Associate degree in radiology
Equal Opportunity Employer of
Minorities/Females/Disabled/Veterans.
