Job Description
Job Summary:
- Operates computed tomography (CT) equipment to procedure cross-sectional images of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Performs diagnostic CT examinations according to the department’s policies and protocols.
- Includes screening, preparing, and positioning patient for CT procedures with reference to diagnoses and body part.
- Knowledgeable of all CT equipment including the laser camera.
- Evaluates CT studies for quality and completeness.
- Ability to utilize advanced image manipulations such as 3D rendering, reformation and reconstruction.
- Understands image display and filming options.
- Recognizes and rectifies CT imaging and filming problems.
- Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner.
- Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
- Maintains accurate documentation on log book worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies.
- Appropriately administers contrast media as directed by Radiologist.
- Maintains radiation safety for patients, staff, and family members of patients.
- Is responsive to patient’s physical and psychological needs.
- Keeps patient informed.
- Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.
- Listens to and answers patients questions with patience and courtesy.
- Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.
- Maintains a clean and appropriately supplied work area.
Decision Making:
- Independent judgment in planning the sequence of operations and making minor decisions in a complex technical field.
Working Relationships:
- Works directly with patients and/or customers.
- Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
- Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
- Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.
Education:
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.
Licensure/Certification and Experience:
- Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
- CT registry preferred.
- 0 – 6 months related experience.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
- Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.