Job Title: CT Technologist

Job Location: Macon, GA

Job Duration: 3+ month contract (Possibilities of Extension)

Job Description:

Roles and Responsibilities:

The CT Technologist performs procedures in accordance to the departmental protocols and standards.

Duties:

· Operates CT Scanners and associated equipment with proficiency.

· This equipment includes scanner, IV contrast injectors, 02 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment.

· Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.

· Contacts ordering physician when there are discrepancies.

· Properly greets each patient by name and gives his/her name and job classification. Verifies the patient by checking armband (WE ID process).

· Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.

· Interviews patients for a complete medical history.

· Reviews inpatients and outpatient/ clinic charts to obtain pertinent clinical history.

· Records medical history on requisitions.

· Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.

· Assures prior CT scans have been loaded to Stentor before obtaining protocol for the exam. Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.

· Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.

· On request, records contrast type and amount.

· Prepares GI contrast appropriate to the patient's needs by.

· PO method or tube feedings.

· Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.

· Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and / or measurements as instructed.

· Preforms basic patient care functions.

· Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.

· Initiate; life support measures for patients when necessary. Assists in. "Code Blue procedures during medical emergencies.

· Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist during invasive procedures. Practices proper sterile technique in the assembling of necessary supplies.

· Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with blood borne pathogens, isolation and infection control policies and procedures.

· Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/ certified technologist, or registered nurse.

· Medications to include contrast materials cannot be administered without appropriate clinical credentials, training, and certification to do so.

· Employees designated to obtain these items may also participate in the ordering and distribution of inventory.

· Practices principles of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.

· Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department supervisor/manager/engineer.

Required Qualification:

· Graduate of an accredited two (2) year AMA and ARRT approved program in Radiologic Technology required.

· Minimum of 1 to 2 years’ experience in Diagnostic Radiology or 1 year experience in CT scanning or equivalent applicable experience required.

· IV and contrast administration certification required before performing venous contrast administration.

· ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists)

· BLS from AHA

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Job Type: Contract

Work Location: One location

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