CT Scan Technologist

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Perform complex CT procedures and produce sectional and three-dimensional images.
• Review patient clinical history and document information in PACS.
• Prepare and review contrast questionnaires and scan documentation into EPIC.
• Identify and/or administer contrast media as prescribed.
• Review prescriptions for exam appropriateness and communicate with Radiologists and Referring
• Physicians when clarification is needed.
• Verify insurance-authorized exam scripts and submit exam modification forms for insurance re-verification.
• Obtain outside studies and schedule them in EPIC so CDs and reports are available in PACS.
• Evaluate images using PACS to ensure proper identification and diagnostic value.
• Gather information from medical records, significant others, and healthcare providers to prepare scanning protocols and ensure patient safety.
• Determine whether patients are appropriately prepared for procedures.
• Prepare patients for scanning, including shielding and immobilization.
• Determine appropriate type and dose of contrast.
• Explain procedures and address and document patient questions and concerns.
• Perform venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance procedures.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions during procedures.
• Work scheduled shifts, including holidays, and overtime as needed.
• Lift a minimum of 25 lbs., push and pull a minimum of 50 lbs., and stand a minimum of 6 hours per day.

Required Education:

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• NJ DEP Diagnostic Radiography License.
• ARRT Certified R.T.(R) license required.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

• ARRT certified R.T. (CT) license preferred.

Required Experience:

• Minimum 2 years of CT experience required.
• Experience with Client equipment, Epic EMR, and Fuji PACS required.
• Ability to work in a busy ED and keep workflow moving.
• Must be willing to work in dual modalities (X-ray & CT).
• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and radiological positioning of the human body.
• Understanding of mechanical attributes of CT software and hardware.
• Thorough knowledge of PACS.
• Maintain CEU credits.

Preferred Experience:

• 5 years of CT experience preferred.
• Six months of CT experience preferred.
• Knowledge of Epic and any HIS/RIS system used by the hospital.

Required Skills:

• CT, CT Procedures, Anatomy & Physiology, Radiological Positioning, CT Software & Hardware, PACS, Client Equipment, Epic EMR, Fuji PACS, X-Ray, Patient Assessment, Contrast Administration, Venipuncture, IV Patency & Maintenance, ED Workflow.