Ct Technologist III - Prn

Responsibilities

• Maintains a thorough working knowledge of the operation of all CT equipment to achieve high quality diagnostic exams.
• Stays aware of latest advances in CT technology.
• Maintains knowledge of location and proper use of emergency equipment and ancillary equipment.
• Acts as an agent through observation and communication to obtain pertinent information for the physician to aid in the diagnosis and treatment of the patient and recognizes that interpretation and diagnosis are outside the scope of practice for the profession.
• Uses equipment and accessories, employs techniques and procedures, performs services in accordance with an accepted standard of practice, and demonstrates expertise in minimizing radiation exposure to the patient, self, and other members of the healthcare team.
• Practices technology founded upon theoretical knowledge and concepts, uses equipment and accessories consistent with purposes for which they were designed, and employs procedures and techniques appropriately.
• Delivers patient care and service unrestricted by the concerns of personal attributes or the nature of the disease or illness, and without discrimination based on sex, race, creed, religion, or socio-economic status.
• Ability to administer Basic Life Support and first aid in emergency situations.
• Basic IV skills.
• Fundamental understanding of Computed Tomography and use of required equipment including Power injectors and post processing software.
• Possess advanced knowledge of physiology and cross-sectional anatomy.
• Basic knowledge of post processing software.
• Independently scans routine and specialized exams, including: Routine: CT Calcium Score, CTA Head/Neck, CTA Chest R/O PE, CTA Abdomen Pelvis, CTA Runoff. Specialized: CTA Coronary, CTA TAVI, CTA TAA, CTA Ablation/Watchman, CTA Upper Extremity, Virtual Colon, Rectal Contrast.