What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist - PRN position at Massac Memorial Hospital?
CT Technologist - PRN
Essential Duties & Responsibilities:
- Access patient's condition prior to administering contrast media or performing radiography procedure
- Perform radiographic procedures as prescribed by physician determining proper technique through selection of voltage, current and exposure time.
- Position patient for the proper view of affected area and instruct patient on proper physiological requirements for procedure.
- Prepare contracts media and administer to patient either intravenously or through other body cavities.
- Ensure that required consent forms are signed prior to procedure.
- Chart completion of exams and other pertinent information in patient charts.
- Discuss procedure results with departmental supervisor when indicated.
- Participate in quality assurance monitoring and recording outcomes.
- Operate portable radiographic equipment for performance of procedures throughout hospital including medical/surgical and cardiac care units and recover and emergency rooms.
- Work control desk and perform PACS duties as needed.
- Ensure accurate PACS operation and transmission of images for interpretation.
- Teach radiography technology students proper procedures, x-rays physics, equipment operation, anatomy and duties and responsibilities of RT.
- Transport and assist other transport patients to/from imaging departments.
Education: Graduate of accredited 2 year program in RT with current registration from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Experience: 2 year demonstrable experience in diagnostic imaging
***MMH is an equal opportunity employer***
