CT Tech

Hrs Description: Shifts will be PMs and some graves4-10 hour shifts per week.Weekends and holidays. Needs strong experience with GE Scanners and needs trauma and stroke experience. ; Duties: The Computed Tomography Technologist I must have the capability to perform work assignments effectively with and without direct supervision. Performs all preliminary tasks to insure smooth access to the scanner; Explains the procedure and gives directions to the patients before the procedure; Assists the patient onto the examination table and back; Positions patients appropriately for the examination requested; Performs all computer and radiographic functions necessary to insure that the scan is correctly and diagnostically executed in minimal time; Uses the multi-format camera and performs secondary support tasks to insure the patient s safety during the scan; Assists the radiologist or requesting physician in administering contrast media or other medications as necessary; Assures compliance with all state and federal regulations governing radiation safety and filmed badge programs; Makes the completed scans available to the radiologist for readings Uses good radiation safety, and maintains safety practices at all times; Logs patients in and is responsible for secondary paper work; Works in the darkroom to process radiographs when required; Reviews films for proper identification and quality checks; Maintains equipment and work areas in a clean and orderly condition; Provides cardiopulmonary resuscitation and first-aid care to patients when required in the department; Inputs charges into the computer billing system; Dependent upon area of practice or department assignments, demonstrates clinical knowledge and skill in the care of the newborn, infant, toddler, child, adolescent, adult and geriatric patient ranging up to 100+ years of age.

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