Southeast Health·Dothan, Alabama
The CT Technologist performs high-quality diagnostic CT scans, focusing on patient safety, comfort, and the accurate operation of advanced imaging equipment, including administering contrast media. This role requires strict adherence to safety protocols, collaboration with radiologists, and ensuring clear, detailed images are produced for timely diagnosis.
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Job Description: SUMMARY
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The CT Technologist is responsible for performing high quality diagnostic CT scans while ensuring the safety and comfort of all patients.
This role requires a strong understanding of CT technology, patient care, and radiation safety.
The technologist will prepare patients for procedures, operate advanced imaging equipment, administer contrast media, and produce clear, detailed images for evaluation by radiologists.
This position is vital to providing accurate and timely diagnostic information, requiring close collaboration with physicians and other healthcare professionals.
The technologist must maintain strict adherence to all safety protocols, hospital policies, and patient confidentiality standards, while also responding to any patient emergencies that may arise.
Explain procedures, obtain medical history, and ensure patient comfort and safety before scanning.
Positioning
Patients: Accurately position patients to ensure optimal imaging results while minimizing radiation exposure.
Operating
CT
Equipment: Use CT scanners and related technology to capture diagnostic images of internal organs, bones, and tissues.
Administering
Contrast
Media: Safely inject or orally administer contrast agents to enhance image quality, monitoring for adverse reactions.
Image
Acquisition: Capture high-quality diagnostic images according to physician protocols and clinical indications.
Image
Evaluation: Review images for clarity, completeness, and diagnostic quality before submitting them to radiologists.
Radiation
Safety: Follow ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles to protect patients, self, and staff from unnecessary radiation.
Documentation: Accurately document procedures, patient information, and any incidents or reactions in the medical record system.
Equipment
Maintenance: Perform routine checks and coordinate service or repairs to ensure equipment is functioning properly.
Collaboration with
Physicians: Work closely with radiologists and other healthcare providers to ensure accurate and timely diagnosis.
Emergency
Response: Recognize and respond to medical emergencies, including contrast reactions or patient distress during scans.
Compliance with
Regulations: Adhere to hospital policies, HIPAA regulations, and state/federal guidelines for imaging procedures.
Continuing
Education: Stay current with advances in CT technology, protocols, and safety practices through ongoing training.
Quality
Control: Participate in quality assurance programs to maintain high standards in imaging and patient care.
Patient
Advocacy: Provide compassionate care, respecting patient dignity, privacy, and cultural differences throughout the imaging process.
Confidentiality: Manages all information obtained with strict confidentiality to safeguard patient information from use by unauthorized personnel.
Performs other duties as requested by primary manager that do not compromise moral code of conduct or protocols set in place for patient or employee safety
FTE: 1
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Candidates must be graduates of an ARRT or NMTCB approved diagnostic imaging program and must achieve ARRT or NMTCB registration within 12 months of hire, along with maintaining Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Preferred experience includes 3+ years of clinical CT scanning experience, proficiency in equipment operation, contrast administration, and strong critical thinking skills.
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