Summary

Performs routine and specialized CT exams for interpretation by the radiologist using specialized equipment. Additionally, responsible for patient care, appropriate documentation, quality control, performance improvement, and maintaining a safe environment.

Job Duties

• Confirms appropriateness of ordered exams from the diagnosis with 100% accuracy. Contacts appropriate medical staff for additional information regarding the patient when necessary.
• Communicates with the Radiologist to obtain appropriate exam protocol when needed. Makes informed decisions regarding protocols when the radiologist protocol is unavailable.
• Selects appropriate equipment and patient position to ensure optimal diagnostic images as observed by the radiologist.
• Operates CT scanner independently to acquire the appropriate images while ensuring adherence to established safety standards.
• Responsible for in-depth knowledge of all routine section specific protocols/procedures. Able to perform specialized procedures/protocols with limited assistance.
• Ensures Radiation Safety requirements are met through verbal screenings by the CT staff, prior to persons entering the room. Protects patients from ionizing radiation by following ALARA
• Properly administers contrast agents, utilizes sterile or aseptic technique where applicable.
• Reviews medications and allergies.
• Effectively starts IVs.
• Assists the radiologist with any procedure requested.
• Performs quality control checks for all exams scanned to ensure all images are on Radiant Epic/PACS system.
• Completes the diagnostic examination and all image post processing
• Relays all equipment malfunctions to the Engineering team, supervisor with appropriate information readily available.
• Helps nurse call patients back when needed.
• Starts IV's
• Keeps inventory & orders supplies.
• Keeps are stock and linenes.
• Uploads outside images (CD's).

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiography program.
• Three years of relevant experience.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computed Tomography(CT) or registry eligible and Licensure by the Texas Medical Board (TMB).