Job Title: Radiologic Technologist
Profession: Radiologic Technologist
Specialty: Computed Tomography
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift: 2pm - 2:30am
Hours per Shift: 40
Experience: Minimum of 2 years
License: ARRT (CT)
Certifications: BLS
Must-Have:
- High School Diploma or G.E.D. equivalent
- Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Computed Tomography (CT) or registry-eligible
- BLS certification
Description:
Under general supervision, specializes in the performance of computerized tomographic radiological procedures on patients.
May perform general diagnostic radiology examinations.
Explains examination procedure to patients and prepares patient for the examination.
Reviews clinical data on requisition and performs appropriate examination.
Obtains additional information about the patient's medical history as necessary.
Prepares procedure room and regularly replenishes stock such as linen and related supplies.
Analyzes anatomical structure of patient, sets up equipment, and performs the CT scan.
Manually controls the equipment to obtain the proper diagnostic information from the area of the body being studied.
Administers intravenous contrast media, including utilization of power injectors.
Monitors patient for possible reactions as appropriate to the study and provides immediate care to patient if a reaction should occur.
May prepare and set up sterile equipment, monitors, and supplies required for the procedure to be performed.
Ensures that adequate supplies are on hand and properly stored.
Assists in performing complex sterile diagnostic procedures such as biopsies.
Performs all imaging procedures while demonstrating principles of radiation protection.
May involve shielding of patients, selection of appropriate equipment settings to reduce dose, and using other techniques.
Resolves any image exceptions and ensures high-quality image delivery into the PACS system.
Completes all study indexing including study begin, study end, and completion within the Radiology Information System.
Reviews and confirms clinical protocols before performing studies.
Demonstrates excellence in teamwork and communication through open dialogue and a positive attitude.
Performs all documentation in the medical record as necessary, as well as within the radiology information system to support clinical functions.
May work in a fixed unit or ambulatory mobile unit.
May be potentially exposed to radiation if proper precautions are not utilized.
May be exposed to high-voltage equipment.
May be exposed to potentially contagious patients.
Occasionally may need to lift and/or move equipment and patients exceeding 10 lbs.
Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors.
Demonstrates personal qualities of being self-directed, flexible, and committed to teamwork.
Accepts and respects diversity without judgment.
Demonstrates customer service values.