What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technician position at Insight Global?
Job Description
Job Description
CT Technologist to support a large hospital center in Washington, DC. This technologist will operate diagnostic equipment to produce computerized axial tomographic scan (CT) images of internal organs for use by professional personnel. Explains process to patients and interviews for medical history. Instructs and assists patients in assuming positions for proper scan, and administers contrast media (I.V., oral, rectal and P.O.) according to protocols.
Essential Job Duties :
- Prepares patients for scan. Reviews patient records for orders, exam history, lab work, and allergies, and positions patients on the scan table. Establishes I.V. site for contrast infusion and administers oral, rectal and I.V. contrasts. Consults with Radiologist prior to administering I.V. contrast for bolus I.V. injections. Monitors patients during injection for evidence of contrast reaction.
- Enters patient and exam data into x-ray computer system and performs computed scan images. Prepares reports and maintains records of service rendered, using the radiology department computer system to verify billing and quality assurance. Completes incident reports and anesthesia records when necessary. Reports all technical problems to the supervisor or senior technologist.
- Assists Radiologist with interventional procedures such as biopsies and drainages. Informs Radiologist of scan results when anomalies or abnormalities are visible. Schedules patient exams and revises daily schedules to accommodate emergency exams from ER and other units.
- Cleans and maintains an aseptic working environment for each patient. Films CT scan images and archive exams onto tape or optical disk. Ensures adequate supplies are available and is responsible for replenishing supply levels.
- Assists in the training and orientation of new employees and students. Completes all required information system functions to assure proper patient information, billing, exam, and other necessary functions are correctly entered and maintained.
Company Description
Insight Global is a prominent staffing and services company that specializes in sourcing professionals across various fields, including IT, healthcare, finance / accounting, engineering, and the public sector. They cater to Fortune 1000 clients and have a significant presence with over 70 locations in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Insight Global places more than 50,000 people in jobs annually.
Company Description
Insight Global is a prominent staffing and services company that specializes in sourcing professionals across various fields, including IT, healthcare, finance / accounting, engineering, and the public sector. They cater to Fortune 1000 clients and have a significant presence with over 70 locations in the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. Insight Global places more than 50,000 people in jobs annually.
