CT Technologist

Job Description:

Performs cat scan imaging procedures. Ensures proper information is obtained for physician diagnosis.

Job Responsibilities:

• Prepares patient for examination.
• Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety.
• Ensures patient is screened according to protocol, and assures consent for the procedure has been obtained, when necessary.
• Positions patient on examination table for optimum testing procedure and conditions.
• Sets-up equipment to administer the proper procedure in timely fashion.
• Performs cat scan procedures as prescribed by ordering physician.
• Calculates and enters number of scans to be obtained.
• Obtains images of anatomical area of interest.
• Ensures proper views and images have been obtained and proper techniques have been employed; determines need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
• Collects all pertinent data and calculations for physician interpretation.
• Monitors patient condition by directly observing patient during examination, recognizing and reporting abnormal changes.
• Acknowledges and reviews images in computer system.
• Ensures accuracy of all patient data. Processes imaging and prints CDs, as required.
• Gathers previous related patient reports, as required.
• Performs minor repairs and frequent calibration checks and adjusts equipment, as required.
• Adheres to Infection Control guidelines in the performance of duties.  Maintains cleanliness of work area, equipment and accessories.
• Performs related duties as required.

Work Shift: 4:00PM -12:00AM /On-Call & Rotating Holiday Coverage

Job Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program, required.
• New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist, required.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Registered Technologist (R.T.), required
• Prior radiology technology experience, required.

• Ability to communicate effectively, required

   

*Additional Salary Detail 
The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future .When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).