Radiologic Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under general supervision, the CT Technologist specializes in performing computerized tomographic (CT) radiological procedures.
• May also perform general diagnostic radiology exams.
• Performs related duties as required.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Explain examination procedures to patients and prepare them for exams.
• Review clinical data on requisitions and obtain additional medical history as needed.
• Prepare procedure rooms and maintain adequate supplies, including linens and equipment.
• Analyze patient anatomy, set up equipment, and perform CT scans.
• Operate imaging equipment manually to obtain accurate diagnostic images.
• Administer IV contrast media, including use of power injectors; monitor patients for adverse reactions and provide immediate care if needed.
• Prepare and maintain sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies as required for procedures.
• Assist radiologists with complex sterile diagnostic procedures, including biopsies.
• Follow radiation safety principles and ALARA standards, including shielding and proper equipment settings.
• PACS: Resolve image exceptions and ensure accurate, high-quality image transmission, including verification of image and series counts.
• RIS: Complete all study indexing, including study start, completion, and documentation within the Radiology Information System.
• Review and confirm clinical protocols with the radiologist prior to performing studies.
• Consistently demonstrate team member standards of excellence, including AIDET, effective communication, timeliness, professionalism, innovation, and respect for diversity.
• Complete all required documentation in the medical record and radiology systems to support clinical and billing functions.

Education Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• Maintain required continuing medical education (CME) hours.

Certifications & Licensure:

• BLS.
• ARRT Registered, including advanced registry in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry-eligible.

Demonstrate core customer service behaviors in accordance with the Client’s Customer Service Policy, including:

• Communication.
• Ownership.
• Understanding.
• Motivation.
• Sensitivity.
• Excellence.
• Teamwork.
• Respect.
• Participate in ongoing training and in-service education.

Personal qualities required:

• Self-directed and flexible
• Team-oriented with initiative and willingness to learn
• Open to new learning experiences
• Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
• Demonstrates strong customer service values

Physical Demands / Working Conditions:

• Work may be performed in a hospital setting or ambulatory mobile unit.
• Potential exposure to radiation and high-voltage equipment if safety precautions are not followed.
• Potential exposure to contagious patients.
• May occasionally lift or move equipment and/or patients weighing more than 10 lbs.

Schedule Hours per Week: 40.00
Schedule Hours per Day: 8.00
Schedule Days per Week: 5.00