CT Scan Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under minimal supervision, performs diagnostic computerized tomography (CT) procedures as requested by a physician to assist in the diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Performs daily QA’s and weekly QA’s on CT equipment as suggested by manufacturer’s guidelines. Starts intravenous lines (IV’s).
• Administers contrast media orally, rectally, and/or intravenously.
• Enters data such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data into computer.
• Starts CT scanner to scan designated anatomical area of patient.
• Views images of organs on CT display console to ensure quality of images.
• Should be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her unit.
• Performs any combination of the following duties depending on the area of assignment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Performs diagnostic CT procedures such as head, chest, spine, abdomen, pelvis, etc.
• Assists physicians in performing other CT procedures such as biopsies, etc., as needed. Cardiac, vascular studies, bone density and 3-D reconstructions.
• Pulls contrast from Pyxis per protocol and documents contrast in eMar per protocol.
• Mixes oral and rectal contrast per protocol for pertinent exams.
• Loads the power injector for contrast studies proficiently.
• Performs data entry in computers necessary for workflow and patient care, such as: ITS, Meditech, PACS, eMar and Pyxis.
• Prepares patient for their exam by consenting, explaining exam and answering patient questions.
• Starts intravenous lines and administers contrast and other preparations as to complete exam in a timely fashion.
• Cares for patient during procedures by assisting them to rest rooms, providing blankets, etc.
• Evaluates patient condition pre and post-procedure and reports changes in the patient’s condition to nurses or Radiologist for follow-up.
• Transports patients by stretcher, bed, wheelchair, or walking.
• Provides care for patients during transportation and in the department, if necessary.
• Assists patients by lifting and moving them on and off the CT table.
• Provides bedpans and urinals as needed.
• Assures that patients are properly dressed for their procedures.
• Performs related duties such as reporting equipment malfunctions, assists others, and special assignments.
• Cleans work area and replenishes supplies.
• Assists with emergency medical treatment under physician direction.
• Assists with the scheduling of patient exams to maintain timely patient flow.
• Attends regularly scheduled department meetings and in-services to maintain working knowledge of changes in machines, protocols, radiation therapy planning, 3D workstation, stealth and CT angiography exams.
• Maintains CEU’s and CPR for license.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Experience and Abilities:

• At least one year of experience as a licensed technologist.
• Ability to perform specialized CT procedures.
• Candidates must be willing to perform X-ray in addition to CT when needed.
• Must have client equipment experience.
• Epic Experience Desired is Minimum of 6–12 months within the past year

Certifications / License:

• CRT
• ARRT (CT)
• BLS
• Agency MUST provide radiation badge.