CT Technologist

Principal Responsibilities

• Produce quality CT scans and be able to anticipate when additional imaging would be beneficial.
• Show good knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.
• Know the capabilities of the computer/scanner.
• Able to identify pathology and provide radiologist with accurate measurements and density readings.
• Operate dry laser printer.
• Prepare CT films for radiologist to read.
• Obtain complete patient history.
• Keep log of all patients.
• Inform all technologists working in CT of all protocols and any changes proposed by the radiologists.
• Stay current on CT procedures to provide quality service.
• Maintain contrast reaction boxes throughout the Radiology department.

Education/Experience

• Must be a graduate of an approved ACR School.
• Must have five years of experience in CT.

Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Maintain professional behavior.
• Able to adjust to various personalities and situations.
• Able to control emotions and maintain composure under stress, using tact and good judgment.
• Possess manual dexterity to use keyboard and handle equipment and appliances.
• Capable of pushing, pulling, stooping, bending, lifting, and twisting.
• Capable of wearing lead apron for long periods of time.
• Capable of walking and/or standing for long periods of time.
• Capable of assisting patient to and from CT unit.

Working Environment

• Exposed to fumes from cleaning agents or x-ray film processor chemicals, in limited areas.
• Exposed to conditions including exposure to blood and body fluids, tissue, contagious diseases and/or potentially hazardous materials.
• Ocassional heavy lifting required.