CT Technologist

Job Description

Job Summary:

• Under general supervision, produces specialized images to aid the medical staff in the proper diagnosis and treatment of patients using computed tomography equipment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Operates a computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of a patient’s body for diagnostic purposes.
• Informs patient of the procedure positions and immobilizes patient and set up any supportive devices necessary to obtain an adequate scan.
• Provide patient care that is essential to the performance of a variety of procedures.
• Position patients so desired anatomy will be demonstrated.
• Administer contrast/medication in conjunction with imaging procedure.
• Responsible for entering technical data into the computer; evaluates the radiographs and computer generated information to ensure technical quality.
• Serves as a resource person for hospital and medical staff.

Required Education:

• Currently enrolled and graduation within 6 weeks of an accredited Radiological Technology program or graduate of an accredited Radiography program.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required:

• Registration from the American Registry of Radiological Technology (ARRT) required within 6 months of hire.
• Advanced Certification in CT by the ARRT required within 12 months of hire.
• Current Basic Life Support issued by the American Heart Association required upon hire.

Required Experience:

• CT experience preferred.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
• Knowledge of Computer Aided Tomography.
• Good communication skills, able to communicate in a positive clear manner with staff, patients, physicians and other hospital employees.
• Ability to work with others as a team to ensure quality patient care.
• Ability to organize and analyze statistical data.

Schedule Hours Per Week: 40.00
Schedule Hours Per Day: 10.00
Schedule Days Per Week: 4.00