Radiology CT Tech - Taylor Regional

Performs the necessary job duties to provide optimum quality patient radiographs with ALARA radiation exposure. (Allow as reasonably achievable)

• Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, answering questions, and obtaining medical histories.
• Position patients correctly while operating the CT scanner & diagnostic radiographic equipment.
• Operate other equipment/devices as appropriate – i.e.…power injector for CT contrast administration.
• Ensure proper operation of CT scanner.
• Calculate exposure factors for optimum radiographic quality with lowest absorption dose.
• Practice radiation protection for patients, family members, other staff & self.
• Evaluate radiographs for technical quality and demonstration of desired anatomy.
• Documentation of patient information & sending exams to PACS.
• Administration of contrast media as needed.
• Initiate life support measures to patients when necessary.
• Abilityto lift up to 50 pounds correctly.
• Maintain patient records.
• Assumes responsibility for assigned area
• Ableto work alone.
• Promotesa climate conductive to learning for co-workers.
• Rotates work schedules within the department and/or cover other shifts as required.
• Assist sand/or transport patients using a wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.

High School Diploma;
Minimum 2-year degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or College.

A.R.R.T.Registered in Radiography.

A.R.R.T.Registered in Computed Tomography (CT) or CT registry eligible.

Minimum 1-year prior experience in a hospital setting for Radiography. Some experience with CTscan is desired, but not necessary; will cross-train the right candidate.

• Supply Management
• Verbal Communication
• Infection Control
• Creating a Safe, Effective Environment
• Organization
• Scheduling
• Professionalism
• Customer Focus Confidentiality
• Bedside Manner
• Medical Teamwork

• Part-time/ PRN
• 12-hour Shifts
• Mustbe able to work dayshift, night shift, weekdays, weekends, holidays