Cat Scan Technologist

Job Summary

Required Qualifications

• •Performs all CT Procedures as requested by the Physicians
• •Possesses knowledge of human growth and development
• •Be able to understand the range of treatment and protocol needed by each patient age group
• •Positions and transfers patients to the exam table
• •Provides immobilization devices as required
• •Selects proper technical factors on an individual basis and follows CT dose optimization
• •Consults with physician and/or reads physician's orders to determine proper testing procedures according to established protocol
• •Assists the physician in preparing and administering contrast material using the power injector
• •Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination
• •Adheres to Infection Control Policies
• •When necessary, must transport patients to and from the Radiology Department
• •Provides radiation protection in accordance with prescribed safety standards
• •Follows all established stroke protocols
• •Assists Physicians with biopsies and other invasive procedures
• •Examining images to ensure they're usable before sending them to PACS
• •Clean and maintains CT scan equipment and the power injector after each use
• •Maintains CT scan supplies and making orders for supply restocks as required
• •Use CT scanners to produce cross-section images of patient's internal organs and tissues for diagnosis of medical issues
• •Operate CT scanners and associated equipment safely and in accordance with established policies and practices
• •Able to keep radiation exposure to ALARA levels and use CT dose optimization for different age groups ad required
• •This position requires a minimum formal education of High School Diploma or equivalent
• •a minimum of 1 year job-related experience
• •ARRT in Radiology required
• •New York State License with IV certification

Desired Qualifications

• •Completed formal training in AMA approved school
• •ARRT in CT desirable
• •Through knowledge of CT principles/procedures
• •One year experience as staff technologist
• •comparable hospital setting preferred