CT Technologist

Job Description:

As a CT Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic CT exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

• Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
• Assists and instructs students and other CT Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Schedule

• Rotating schedule Mon-Wed or Thurs - Sat.
• 3x 12hr shifts
• No holidays
• No Sundays

Skills

• Anatomy Knowledge
• Image Evaluation
• Equipment Operation
• Contrast protocols
• Emergency response
• Independent work
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Electronic imaging
• Task prioritization
• Clean environment

Minimum Qualifications

• Relevant State licensure (where required)
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(RT)(R) Radiography Certification/Registration

Preferred Qualifications

• (Where applicable) Must complete the controlled substance module
• (Where applicable) Must complete the initial moderate sedation module
• Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography Certification/Registration (ARRT)(RT)(CT
• 1+ years CT experience

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements

• Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.
• Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.
• Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.
• Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to