CT Specials Tech

Job Desciption

Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a CT SpecialsTechnologist to work in our Cat ScanDepartment.

The CT Technologist is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all CT activities at Cabell Huntington Hospital and the Byrd Clinical Center. CT technologists ensure the quality of services rendered is acceptable. Confirms orders, documents, medical necessity, and pre-authorization on all CT orders. Provides radiological care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders. Operates CT units to perform clinical diagnostic procedures as directed.

• Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers IV contrast for procedures.
• Reviews available lab results BUN/Creatinine and/or GFR to determine renal function.
• Must be able to follow physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, position patients, and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
• Setting the equipment to obtain the best density, detail, and contrast of the area being imaged.
• Positions patient to obtain desired views and assist Radiologist with biopsy or drainage procedures.
• Views the resulting images to determine if the study is optimal and no additional scans are required.
• Operates 3D lab software to effectively format Cardiac and Vascular images to optimally demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• Rotates call assignment as needed for 24 hour coverage; schedules patients in section and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow.

To be considered, candidates must have their ARRT,WV MedicalImaging licenseand CPR certifications. A CT Certification is strongly preferred. One year of experience is preferred.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Junior College, Technical School or Associates Degree required
• ARRT required
• WV Medical Imaging license
• CPR required
• CT Certification required
• One year of experience preferred

This Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer, and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or on any other basis prohibited by law. Information on race, gender and national origin will only be used for statistical and recordkeeping purposes, and will not be used in making any employment decisions. All information provided will be kept separate from your expression of interest. Providing this information is strictly voluntary, and you will not be subjected to any adverse action or treatment if you choose not to provide this information. If you do not choose to answer these questions, we ask that you select "Decline to Identify" for each question. Thank you for your voluntary cooperation.

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