CT technologist

Job Description Summary

Participates in technical duties directly involved with the CT Scanner including developing, initiating and monitoring procedures for the effective utilization of this unit.

Job Description

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

1. Maintains equipment for proper diagnostic imaging.

a. Maintains equipment by cleaning daily.
b. Notes any system problems to alert service engineer.
c. Alerts supervisor of system problems and when a service engineer has been alerted.
d. Maintains supplies by stocking rooms daily.

a. Sets up equipment and calibrates unit.
b. Sets control according to exam standard for slice thickness and bed increment.
c. Checks all dose limits that will be needed for each exam being preformed

a. Goes to waiting room, dressing rooms and corridors to accept patient.
b. Assesses patient needs to determine proper handling.
c. Explains procedure to patients to prepare them for the examination.
d. Answers all questions patient may have about examination.

a. Performs IV access, using sterile technique, for administration of contrast.
b. Marks all I.V. supplies properly.

a. Reviews patient charts checking physician orders.
b. Reviews with the Radiologist requests and charts for proper examination.
c. Communicates with patient units to assure timely transport and completion of exam request.

6. Quality controls all images, maintains inventory and adheres to safety regulations.

a. Checks all images to assure quality of exam.
b. Checks all image transfers complete and correct, using image transfer management equipment
c. Adheres to safety regulations for both patient and employee safety.
d. Checks inventory of contrast, IV supplies and paper products daily
e. Trains department personnel, including students, on how to perform a CAT Scan.

a. Reviews exam request to determine area of interest.
b. Uses practical knowledge of anatomy for proper positioning to obtain maximum diagnostic information, as evidenced by the image taken.
c. Follows set department protocols for imaging area of interest.

a. progress in knowledge of new dept related technology
b. progress in knowledge of new technology instituted hospital wide

a. Prior to the start of any invasive procedures, a final verification to confirm the correct patient, procedure, site, and information is done.
b. Verifies patient according to policy prior to administration of care/procedures/medications.
c. Follows approved procedure for verifying MD orders including a verbal read back to the licensed independent practitioner after receiving a telephone order.
d. Complies with the current CDC hand hygiene guidelines through proper hand washing, as observed by nurse manager and peers.
e. Consistently follows the South Shore Hospital policy to mark surgical sites.
f. Makes appropriate use of personal protective equipment at all times.
g. Adheres to respiratory etiquette guidelines.
h. Adheres to universal precautions.
i. Appropriately disposes of hazardous materials.
j. Adheres to electrical safety guidelines.

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education - Preferred
Formal training in Radiology Technology of AMA approved program.
Minimum Work Experience
Minimum of three to four (3–4) years Radiologic experience and special procedures experience preferred.
One (1) year exposure or training in CT to be proficient.
Required License
Computed Tomography (CT) - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT)

Computed Tomography (MA) - Radiation Control Program (Massachusetts)
Required Certification
BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) within 180 days of hire