CT Technologist

Job Description

• $19,000 Sign-on Bonus!

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Under the direction of the radiologist and the supervision of the manager or supervisor, the CT technologist performs procedures to assist in the diagnosis of disease and injuries. Technologists are responsible for the performance of high-quality diagnostic images utilizing proper technique with established protocols. This position utilizes independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative for accurate diagnosis. This position demonstrates competencies in identification of pathology, interventional biopsies, 3-D reconstruction, patient positioning, contrast injections, IV access, and new protocols. This position is responsible for orienting new staff, troubleshooting equipment, patient and public safety, maintaining accurate records, assisting in student education, proper use and care of the equipment, working effectively with patients and families to provide patient care, maintaining a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members, complies with infection prevention procedures, and performs other duties as required. At some locations, this position is required to perform x-ray exams. This position is required to meet the minimum continuing educational requirements established by the ARRT and the state of Ohio. CT registry is required within 2 years of employment within this modality. This position adheres to Practice Standards defined by the ASRT.

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Job Requirements :

Associate's Degree in Allied Health (Required)

Graduate of an approved technical, professional ,or vocational program (Required)

Knowledge of Cross Sectional Anatomy, Venipuncture, radiation safety procedures

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job Responsibilities :

Demonstrates competency through ongoing CBE's. Demonstrates knowledge of equipment and its operating procedures through CBE's. Selects proper imaging protocols, parameters based on clinical history and follows departmental procedures.

Demonstrates organizational and communication skills to promote the well-being of the department. Maintains a cooperative relationship with interdepartmental team members.

Demonstrates the ability to consistently produce and evaluate CTs for diagnostic interpretation.

Maintains accurate records through the completion of all paperwork. Work is completed before submitting it.

Provides for patient, family, and staff comfort and care prior to, during, and after a procedure. Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergent situations

Working Conditions : Bending - Frequently

Climbing - Rarely

Concentrating - Frequently

Continuous Learning - Frequently

Hearing : Conversation - Frequently

Hearing : Other Sounds - Frequently

Interpersonal Communication - Frequently

Kneeling - Rarely

Lifting Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Occasionally

Lifting Pulling - Occasionally

Pushing - Occasionally

Reaching - Occasionally

Reading - Consistently

Sitting - Frequently

Standing - Frequently

Stooping - Occasionally

Talking - Frequently

Thinking / Reasoning - Frequently

Use of Hands - Frequently

Color Vision - Frequently

Visual Acuity : Far -

Visual Acuity : Near - Consistently

Walking - Frequently

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