CT Tech- JPS Main- Weekend Nights

Job Summary

The CT Technologist I-IV utilizes Computed Tomography (CT) scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis.

Essential Job Functions Accountabilities

• Performs procedures as ordered and obtains images according to written protocols.
• Positions patients’ appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as needed as directed by the provider.
• Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in established procedures in the proper sequence.
• Reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to deliver high quality diagnostic images.
• This includes any required post processing at remote workstations.
• Start-up and calibrate Computed Tomography system daily.
• Reviews orders with Radiologist to determine proper protocol for each procedure.
• Administers IV contrast with proper dosage and documents according department policy.
• Performs and documents quality control on equipment according to manufacturer guidelines or department protocols; recognizes and takes appropriate action for abnormal results.
• Reports equipment problems and failures to Bio-Medical or Manager.
• Ensures a safe and clean environment with all the necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures in exam room.
• Applies and follows radiation safety principles (i.e.
• ALARA (as low as reasonably achievable) principles) to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and make independent decisions while maintaining tact, maturity and a positive attitude.
• Understands and uses Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities.
• Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
• Ability to work in variable environments and locations.
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training.
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments, and receiving instruction, guidance and direction from others.
• Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice.
• Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.
• Must be able to complete all job duties and functions of the role with or without assistive/adaptive devices, and/or reasonable accommodations.
• Work environments may differ based on job functions and location.
• Work is subject to schedule changes and/or variable work hours.