Cabell Huntington Hospital is seeking a full-time CT Specials Technologist to work in our Cat Scan Department.
- The CT Technologist is responsible for the day-to-day operation of all CT activities at Cabell Huntington Hospital and the Byrd Clinical Center.
- CT technologists ensure the quality of services rendered is acceptable.
- Confirms orders, documents, medical necessity, and pre-authorization on all CT orders.
- Provides radiological care to patients for the purpose of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.
- Operates CT units to perform clinical diagnostic procedures as directed.
Position related duties
- Performs venipuncture as required for exam. Measures and administers IV contrast for procedures.
- Reviews available lab results BUN/Creatinine and/or GFR to determine renal function.
- Must be able to follow physician instructions, prepare radiography equipment, position patients, and obtain optimal images for diagnosis.
- Setting the equipment to obtain the best density, detail, and contrast of the area being imaged.
- Positions patient to obtain desired views and assist Radiologist with biopsy or drainage procedures.
- Views the resulting images to determine if the study is optimal and no additional scans are required.
- Operates 3D lab software to effectively format Cardiac and Vascular images to optimally demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
- Rotates call assignment as needed for 24 hour coverage; schedules patients in section and coordinates scheduling with other departments to ensure patient flow.
To be considered, candidates must have their ARRT, WV Medical Imaging license and CPR certifications. A CT Certification is strongly preferred. One year of experience is preferred.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Junior College, Technical School or Associates Degree required
- ARRT required
- WV Medical Imaging license
- CPR required
- CT Certification required
- One year of experience preferred
