CT Technologist

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scan imaging procedures.
• Ensures proper information is obtained for physician diagnosis.
• Prepares patient for examination.
• Explains procedure in layman terms to relieve patient of anxiety.
• Ensures patient is screened according to protocol and obtains consent for the procedure when necessary.
• Positions patient on examination table for optimum testing procedure and conditions.
• Sets up equipment to administer the proper procedure in a timely fashion.
• Performs CT scan procedures as prescribed by the ordering physician.
• Calculates and enters the number of scans to be obtained.
• Obtains images of the anatomical area of interest.
• Ensures proper views and images have been obtained and proper techniques have been employed; determines the need for more extensive evaluations beyond preliminary instructions.
• Collects all pertinent data and calculations for physician interpretation.
• Monitors patient condition by directly observing the patient during the examination, recognizing and reporting abnormal changes.
• Acknowledges and reviews images in the 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 the work area, equipment, and accessories.

Requirements

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

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).