CT Technologist

Job Description

Our Tucker outpatient facility is seeking a full-time CT Technologist to join us on our mission to provide top-notch patient care while fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment. The department features a GE Optima 660 128 slice with AW processing workstation. We are looking for a confident and compassionate professional who is reliable, flexible, self-motivated and has a positive attitude. Some responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

· Performing CT and CTA scans according to protocols

· Calcium Scoring and Coronary Angiography experience desirable

· Managing CT schedule workflow

· Performing basic X-rays using in-house CR system

· Effectively producing high quality images for interpretations

· Producing reports according to MD's interpretation

· Working with the front office to maximize schedules

· Make reminder calls to patients to provide prep instructions

· Explain and prepare each patient for CT exams

· Be able to recognize emergent patient conditions and act on them accordingly

· Must have proficient venipuncture skills and be able to prepare and administer contrast materials

· Take all required safety measures to minimize radiation exposure for patients and staff

· Monitor equipment performance and take appropriate actions to arrange service or repairs

· Interface with other departments when sharing mutual patients

· Order all supplies for CT department

· Assist with ACR reaccreditation

· Assist with preauthorizing scheduled exams

· Perform all other duties as assigned or required to ensure operation of the department within the scope of practice

Minimum Qualifications

· Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and at a minimum be registered with the ARRT.

· One year minimum experience preferred.

· Advanced certification in CT preferred.

· Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.