CT Technologist (Allied)

CT Technologist

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

Job Responsibilities:

• 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.

Skills:

• Demonstrates understanding of sectional anatomy, anatomic terminology, and positioning competency.
• Demonstrates proficiency in operating CT equipment with a strong understanding 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.

Education:

• Required Education: Associate.
• Preferred Education: N/A
• Required Certifications & Licensure: Basic Life Support Certification (BLS). ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists ARRT (R). Licensure in state of practice as applicable.
• Preferred Certifications & Licensure: Certified Computed Tomography Technologist - American Registry of Radiography Technologists ARRT (R)(CT). For caregivers hired in this role in the State of Colorado, a Fluoroscopy certification One (1) – Two (2) years’ Work Experience CT Experience in a hospital setting.