CT Technologist I

About this Job MedStar Health is looking for a part‑time CT (Computed Tomography) Technologist to join our team at MedStar Washington Hospital Center. Schedule Saturdays and Sundays, 7:00pm–7:00am. Primary Duties Operate diagnostic equipment to produce computerized axial tomographic scan (CT) images of internal organs for use by professional personnel. Explain the process to patients and interview for medical history. Instruct and assist patients in assuming positions for an accurate scan, and administer contrast media (IV, oral, rectal, and PO) according to protocols. Prepare patients for a scan, review patient records for orders, exam history, lab work, and allergies, and position patients on the scan table. Establish IV sites for contrast infusion and administer oral, rectal, and IV contrasts. Consult with a radiologist prior to administering IV contrast for bolus injections. Monitor patients during injection for evidence of contrast reactions. Enter patient and exam data into the X‑ray computer system and perform computed scan images. Prepare reports and maintain records of services rendered, using the radiology department computer system to verify billing and quality assurance. Complete incident reports and anesthesia records when necessary. Report all technical problems to the supervisor or senior technologist. Assist a radiologist with interventional procedures such as biopsies and drainages. Inform the radiologist of scan results when anomalies or abnormalities are visible. Schedule patient exams and revise daily schedules to accommodate emergency exams from MedStar, ER, and other units. Clean and maintain an aseptic working environment for each patient. Film CT scan images and archive exams onto tape or optical disk. Ensure adequate supplies are available and replenish supply levels. Assist in the training and orientation of new employees and students. Complete all required information system functions to assure proper patient information, billing, exam, and other necessary functions are correctly entered and maintained. Qualifications Associate degree or one to three years of formal training in Radiologic Technology. Completed competency‑based training in CT. 1–2 years of job‑related experience. ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technology) registration. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. This position has a hiring range of: USD $35.68 - USD $64.71 /hr. #J-18808-Ljbffr