CT Technologist - Full Time - Days
Black Women's Mental Health Institute · Cincinnati, OH · 3 wk ago
HealthcareFull-time
About the Role
Operate CT scanners to produce diagnostic images of specified body parts, ensuring high-quality images for radiologist interpretation. Work independently with minimal supervision while providing excellent patient care.
Responsibilities
- Patient Interaction: Greet and verify patient identity, review medical history, explain procedures, and address concerns. Ensure patient safety and comfort throughout the process.
- Clinical Duties: Position patients, operate scanners, administer contrast media, and assist with invasive procedures as needed. Follow protocols to produce diagnostic images within quality standards.
- Safety & Compliance: Use radiation-reducing techniques, protect personnel, adhere to safety protocols, and maintain patient confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA and safety guidelines.
- Information Systems: Ensure accurate documentation, image matching in PACS, and manage related data and reports efficiently. Perform tasks like burning images to CDs when required.
- Departmental Duties: Stay current with training, maintain equipment, assist with scheduling, and support workflow improvements. Maintain active credentials and participate in departmental meetings.
Requirements
- Graduate of an ARRT-accredited Radiologic Technology program.
- At least 2 years of related experience preferred.
- Board certification by ARRT.
- Valid Ohio Radiographer license.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, patient positioning, and equipment operation.
- CPR certification is preferred.