Computed Topography (CT) Technician
Performs cat scan procedures using prescribed techniques.
Reviews requisitions to ensure completeness verifying patient name, diagnosis, description of requested exam, etc.
; adjusts equipment and selects appropriate technical factors to produce proper radiographic exposure; utilizes standard positioning techniques to obtain an optimal diagnostic image.
Selects appropriate protocol for each CT scan procedure; ensures proper levels of density and contrast are utilized to obtain and optimal quality image.
Performs scanning procedures of various organs to localize site of pathological process.
Complete examination in a timely manner, orders IV and oral contrast in powerchart.
Documents administration of contrast and scans paperwork into Cerner.
Perform exam completion, complete screenings/consents, and paper scanning in a timely manner.
Required experience in:
abdomen, pelvis, head/neck, chest, spine, brain perfusion, CTAs, multiplanar reconstruction Maintain dressing rooms and scan room Take initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner Developing other staff and affiliating students Identify, develop and implement simplification and automation to improve the Primary Care Settle ATM work or Vault cash as a custodian Ordered and performed with results evident on the patients chart Ensuring that patient chart entries Perform the primary function of acquiring images of anatomy via CT imaging of all assigned patients in the Inpatient, Outpatient, ED or surgery setting Demonstrate the ability to manage potential reactions to IV or oral contrast Examine for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability, and generate additional plans of images as needed for the Radiologist review Providing the same emergency treatment that patients receive at hospitalbased emergency room Perform other related duties as directed that correspond to the overall function of position Adhere to the STRIC Code of Conduct and demonstrate ethical behavior as expected by patients, colleagues and the community Verify insurance benefits and determine pre-certification status Maintain licensure/certification/registry/listing (if applicable to job) Obtain all necessary account information Obtain and record all pertinent clinical information relating to the procedure ordered including but not limited to patient history, pregnancy, allergies, lab tests, correlative procedure results Maintain all documentation of care as outlined in the policy and procedure manual for diagnostic CT Charging/ordering supplies for quality control in the CT area Ordering supplies, inventory and counseling Recommended Skills Basic Life Support Radiologic Technologist X Ray Computed Tomography Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
Reviews requisitions to ensure completeness verifying patient name, diagnosis, description of requested exam, etc.
; adjusts equipment and selects appropriate technical factors to produce proper radiographic exposure; utilizes standard positioning techniques to obtain an optimal diagnostic image.
Selects appropriate protocol for each CT scan procedure; ensures proper levels of density and contrast are utilized to obtain and optimal quality image.
Performs scanning procedures of various organs to localize site of pathological process.
Complete examination in a timely manner, orders IV and oral contrast in powerchart.
Documents administration of contrast and scans paperwork into Cerner.
Perform exam completion, complete screenings/consents, and paper scanning in a timely manner.
Required experience in:
abdomen, pelvis, head/neck, chest, spine, brain perfusion, CTAs, multiplanar reconstruction Maintain dressing rooms and scan room Take initiative and action to respond, resolve and follow up regarding customer service issues with all customers in a timely manner Developing other staff and affiliating students Identify, develop and implement simplification and automation to improve the Primary Care Settle ATM work or Vault cash as a custodian Ordered and performed with results evident on the patients chart Ensuring that patient chart entries Perform the primary function of acquiring images of anatomy via CT imaging of all assigned patients in the Inpatient, Outpatient, ED or surgery setting Demonstrate the ability to manage potential reactions to IV or oral contrast Examine for technical quality and diagnostic acceptability, and generate additional plans of images as needed for the Radiologist review Providing the same emergency treatment that patients receive at hospitalbased emergency room Perform other related duties as directed that correspond to the overall function of position Adhere to the STRIC Code of Conduct and demonstrate ethical behavior as expected by patients, colleagues and the community Verify insurance benefits and determine pre-certification status Maintain licensure/certification/registry/listing (if applicable to job) Obtain all necessary account information Obtain and record all pertinent clinical information relating to the procedure ordered including but not limited to patient history, pregnancy, allergies, lab tests, correlative procedure results Maintain all documentation of care as outlined in the policy and procedure manual for diagnostic CT Charging/ordering supplies for quality control in the CT area Ordering supplies, inventory and counseling Recommended Skills Basic Life Support Radiologic Technologist X Ray Computed Tomography Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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