What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Tech PRN- Omaha Jobs #Omaha Jobs position at Nebraska Cancer Specialists?
Description
We are looking for a skilled PRN CT technologist to operate our CT scanning equipment and capture diagnostic images that are of good technical quality. The CT Technologist’s responsibilities include taking inventory of radiologic supplies, ensuring that the radiologic equipment is in good working order, and adhering to established guidelines on hygiene and infection control. You should also be able to monitor patients throughout the scanning procedure to identify and respond to any allergic reactions to the contrast agents.
Responsibilities
NCS is an equal opportunity employer and participates in e-verify. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of references, criminal background checks, abuse registry checks, and a post-offer drug and alcohol screen.
We are looking for a skilled PRN CT technologist to operate our CT scanning equipment and capture diagnostic images that are of good technical quality. The CT Technologist’s responsibilities include taking inventory of radiologic supplies, ensuring that the radiologic equipment is in good working order, and adhering to established guidelines on hygiene and infection control. You should also be able to monitor patients throughout the scanning procedure to identify and respond to any allergic reactions to the contrast agents.
Responsibilities
- Using computerized tomography equipment to capture diagnostic images of patients’ internal organs and tissues.
- Appropriately positioning patients to scan specific areas of their bodies.
- Performing regular warm-up sequences on the CT scanner to prolong the life of the X-ray tubes.
- Sterilizing radiologic equipment to ensure the safety of patients.
- Correctly interpreting doctors' written scanning instructions.
- Administering radiocontrast agents to patients to enhance the visibility of internal organs and tissues.
- Evaluating CT scans to determine whether they are of good technical quality.
- Explaining scanning procedures to patients and providing reassurance and support as required.
- Assisting in the development of protocols”
- Obtaining and submitting clinical and phantom images for ACR accreditation
- Bachelor's or associate's degree in radiologic technology.
- State license to work as a CT technologist.
- Certified by the American Registry of radiologic technologists (ARRT).
- Proven experience working as a CT technologist.
- CPR and BLS certification.
- Sound knowledge of anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology.
NCS is an equal opportunity employer and participates in e-verify. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of references, criminal background checks, abuse registry checks, and a post-offer drug and alcohol screen.
