What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist - PRN position at Highpoint Health – Trousdale?
Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Performs other diagnostic imaging dependent upon registration/certification.
Reports to: Director Diagnostic Services
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
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Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
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When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
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Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
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Prepares equipment and supplies.
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Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
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Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
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Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
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Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
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Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and
repeating procedure.
repeating procedure.
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Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Minimum Education
Graduate of a Radiology Program required
Graduate of a Radiology Program required
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Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
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Required Skills
American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire or must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire or must be obtained within 90 days of employment.
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Required Skills
License: Registered and in good standing with ARRT in Rad or registry eligible. CT certification preferred.
License: Registered and in good standing with ARRT in Rad or registry eligible. CT certification preferred.
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Minimum Work Experience
Six months experience in Radiology and/or CT Specialty. If no CT experience, must be willing to learn and train.
Six months experience in Radiology and/or CT Specialty. If no CT experience, must be willing to learn and train.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran
