What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at Intermountain Health?
Job Description: The CT Technologist performs a variety of computed tomography procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. This position requires ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgment to produce high-quality scans.
Key Responsibilities
- Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
- Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
- Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
- Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
- Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
- Assists and instructs students and other CT Technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
- Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
- Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
- Operates CT equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
- Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
Requirements
- Licenses and Certifications:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(RT)(R) Radiography Certification/Registration
- Relevant State licensure (where required)
- Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers
Preferred Qualifications
- Licenses and Certifications:
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography Certification/Registration (ARRT)(RT)(CT)
- (Where applicable) Must complete the controlled substance module
- (Where applicable) Must complete the initial moderate sedation module
- Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.
- Experience:
- 1 years CT experience
Work Environment
Hearing/Listening, Lifting, Manual Dexterity, Seeing, Standing.
