What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Scan Technologist - Registry position at Humboldt Park Health?
Position Highlights:
Performs computerized tomography (CT) and (Radiographic) X-Ray imaging procedures while under the general supervision of a licensed practitioner, for the purposes of diagnosis and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders at a technical level not requiring constant supervision and within the scope of their license.
Responsibilities:
- Performs all routine computerized tomography and radiology procedures, demonstrates anatomy under investigation through proper patient positioning, technique selection, administration of contrast media, application of immobilization and radiation protection devices according to department policy and procedures
- Checks consultation request for special instructions from requesting physician and consults with radiologist as necessary. Greets patients, confirming their identification and introducing self
- Confirms procedure site and referring physician orders with patient and explains examination procedure to patient and family, if present
- Updates appropriate patient history, including completion of screening and consent forms as required and records unusual conditions/limitations on request. Documents examination time, room number and technical factors and enters into hospital information systems. Ensures facility and patient identification are imprinted on film and/or digital images
- Assists in interventional procedures as required. Practices sterile and infection control techniques
- Ensures accurate and prompt posting of procedure charges into hospital information systems according to department policy and procedures
- Imports patient data and examination images onto media storage disk. Maintains imaging media storage archives and daily procedure log book
- Performs visual preventative safety inspection, completes CT & Radiographic systems warm-up procedures as required, records quality control activities, reports dangerous conditions and/or equipment malfunction to appropriate personnel
- Maintains necessary inventory of supplies for assigned room or workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items. Keeps work area clean and prepared with necessary supplies
Requirements
- Minimum of 3 years of experience
- Associate's Degree
- Graduate from an approved program in Radiologic Technology
- IEMA License
- CPR certification
- AART registration or eligible
- ACR CT Certified preferred
