CT Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

Job Description:

The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position uses ingenuity, iniative, and independent judgement to perform high quality scans.

JOB FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions

Maintains ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job

Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems appropriately to ensure production of quality images.

Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.

Performs exams per department protocol.

Reviews and evaluates images for quality, clarity, and accuracy, ensuring that all necessary anatomical structures are captured.

Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment for patients and staff.

Completes studies within acceptable time limitations per department expectations without compromising patient care or the quality of the examination.

Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses patient and/or family concerns.

Coordinates patient care and communicates pertinent information to other patient care providers following procedure.

Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.

Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions or incidents.

Follows appropriate protocol for medical necessity, coding and charging, obtaining necessary consents, maintaining applicable QC program and reporting any equipment failures or problems.

As ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision administers contrast media to patients per protocol and provides education to patients regarding safety concerns inherent to contrast administration.

Stays updated with the latest advancements in CT technology, techniques, and protocols by participating in continuing education and professional development activities

Assists and instructs students and other radiology technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.

Required for All Jobs

• Performs other duties as assigned

Patient Care Options

X Patient Care

QUALIFICATIONS

Work Experience

1-2 years

CT Experience

Preferred

and

1-2 years

Experience in a healthcare setting.

Preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Demonstrates understanding of sectional anatomy, anatomic terminology, and positioning competency.

Demonstrates proficiency in operating CT equipment with a strong understanding of of CT imaging techniques and protocols.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of protocols relating to contrast administration, including contrast injector operation as applicable.

Demonstrates understanding and proficiency with electronic imaging including ability to view, transfer and manipulate images.

Recognizes emergent patient situations and can respond appropriately.

Ability to function independently and as part of a team.

Ability to interact and communicate effectively with other caregivers and patients.

Ability to prioritize tasks.

Maintains a clean, neat, and safe environment for patients and staff.

Licenses and Certifications

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) within 60 days, Required

• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (R) Upon Hire, Required

• Certified Computed Tomography Technologist - American Registry of Radiography Technologists ARRT (R)(CT), Preferred

• Licensure in state of practice as applicable, Upon Hire, Required

• IV Competency within 90 Days, Required

• For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy certification, Preferred

• Specific facility-based certification may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility will define and manage compliance

• 1-2 years’ Work Experience CT Experience in a hospital setting, Preferred

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS -

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

• Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys and portable equipment, including heavy items. Often required to navigate crowded and busy rooms (full of equipment, power cords on the floor, etc.)

• May be expected to stand in a stationary position for an extended period of time.

• For roles requiring driving: Expected to drive a vehicle which requires sitting, seeing and reading signs, traffic signals, and other vehicles.

Location:

Platte Valley Hospital

Work City:

Brighton

Work State:

Colorado

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

The hourly range for this position is listed below. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience. 

$35.25 - $54.39

We care about your well-being – mind, body, and spirit – which is why we provide our caregivers a generous benefits package that covers a wide range of programs to foster a sustainable culture of wellness that encompasses living healthy, happy, secure, connected, and engaged.

Learn more about our comprehensive benefits package here .

Intermountain Health is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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