CT Tech/Xray Tech

CT/X-Ray Technologist

The CT/X-Ray Technologist performs diagnostic radiographic procedures in accordance with approved techniques and standards as established by radiologist governing and professional bodies. Essential functions include producing emergent and routine diagnostic images with fixed and portable X-ray, routine and emergent diagnostic images with CT room, adjusting exposure settings for proper image acquisition, adjusting patient positioning to acquire the best images based on anatomical structures, adjusting table and radiation beam to minimize radiation exposure to maximum patient protection, processing images in PACS for the Radiologist, completing exams per Radiologist protocols, documenting, charging, and processing with electronic medical records, scheduling patients for appointments in X-ray, CT, MRI, US, DXA, and Holter Monitor, informing and assisting patients with contrast media administration for CT exams, being involved with quality control concerning equipment, radiation safety, and patient safety, ensuring that exams are completed in timely and correct manner, and providing customer service to patients and staff.

Minimum qualifications include required credential R.T.(R)(ARRT) and preferred experience of 1 year working as a CT technologist. Technical skills demonstrate an adequate working knowledge of and clinical proficiency in radiographic procedures, principles of radiation physics, and human anatomy and physiology. Rotation of call and weekends.