CT Technologist

Job description

Position Summary:
The CT Technologist (CTT) will perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
Qualifications:
Education:
• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• CT Technologist through one of two ways required:
• Completion of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology plus completion of an accredited CT program or;
• Completion of a 24-month AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology plus on-the-job training in CT with 3 years of continued proven competence.

Experience
• Previous CT experience in a hospital setting strongly preferred.

Licensure/Certification/Registration
• Registered in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required.
• Registered in CT Technology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) is required. (or certified within 18 months of employment.
• Certified under the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association (SCRQSA) required.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) required.

Duties & Responsibilities:
• Greet all patients and their accompanying family members when applicable and provide exemplary customer service.
• Responsible for positioning patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures.
• Start IV's and injecting contrast.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label and transmit to PACS.
• Schedule patients for procedures.
• Assist with clerical functions and maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide orientation and training to new CT technologists and provides education and training to student technologists.
• Complete other duties as assigned.
• Work effectively and collaboratively with imaging colleagues, physicians, and department heads.
• Effectively utilize strong organizational skills.
• Consistently display effective verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient understanding and use of technology/PC skills required.
• Regularly exercise independent judgment.