CT Technologist - PRN

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepares room, equipment, medicine and materials as needed for patients

• Prepares barium preparation and other chemical mixtures for CT Exam

• Prepares patient for CT exam, explains procedures, transfer patient to table, positions patient and assists patient at end of procedures

• Follows prescribed techniques in administration general and specific CT exam (adjust equipment; determines proper voltage, current, and desired exposure time; arranges immobilization and support devices to obtain position of patient; adjusts lead shield; and selects proper film)

• Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences and records patient's condition

• Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties; writes reports

• Responds immediately to all over-head emergency Stroke Protocol announcements, and informs radiologist that the stroke protocol process is in effect

• Performs venipuncture when necessary

• Transfers CT images via internet VPN to the nigh radiologist (V-RAD)

• Performs post processing of CTA study images when requested

• Works towards obtaining a formal CT certification designation

• Regarding CT Exposure: Works with the "Image Wisely and Image Gently" programs

• Gives oral and IV contrast media to CT patients in the volume and velocity expected for each exam

• Updates the CT imaging protocols with the help of GE applications specialist

• Initials and dates all IV contrast solution that is used in the CT Suite

• Assists radiologist with all CT biopsy exams

• Provides radiologist with all CT biopsy exams and proper history on each patient

• Transports patients

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Knowledgeable in cross sectional anatomy as well as gross anatomy

• Knowledge of computers and electronic medical record software; type 45 WPM

• Knowledge of medical and safety equipment as it relates to patient care

• Knowledge of computer equipment needed to assigned duties

Physical Requirements:

• Occasionally sitting and climbing steps

• Standing and walking frequently

• Must be able to lift up to 75 pounds at times.