CT Scan Technologist Job Description
CT scan technologist
provides computed tomography imaging and diagnostic imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice and with the policies, values, and mission of the organization.
CT Scan Technologist Duties & Responsibilities
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Sample responsibilities for this position include:
Performs exams properly and in a timely manner
Performs CTs, positions patient in order to obtain desired CT procedure results
Performs equipment warm up, calibration and safety check as needed
Verifies physician orders for instructions from requesting physician and consults with the radiologists as necessary
This document represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions
Interact with the patient and family members to support and positive experience
Perform diagnostic CT scans under the direction of a radiologist
Event report forms are completed according to hospital guidelines
Under the direction of a Radiologist, performs CAT Scan procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail
Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment with ingenuity and initiative to acquire Cat Scan images for radiological diagnosis
CT Scan Technologist Qualifications
Qualifications for a job description may include education, certification, and experience.
Licensing or Certifications for CT Scan Technologist
List any licenses or certifications required by the position: CT, BLS, ARRT, CPR, IR, ACR, MRT, AHA
Education for CT Scan Technologist
Typically a job would require a certain level of education.
Employers hiring for the CT scan technologist job most commonly would prefer for their future employee to have a relevant degree such as Associate and Bachelor's Degree in Education, Radiology, Supervision, Radiologic Technology, Graduate, Associates, Technical, Department of Education, Patient Care, Medical
Skills for CT Scan Technologist
Desired skills for CT scan technologist include:
Cross-section anatomy
Computer software applications
Associate Degree in Radiology
Troubleshooting and proper care of equipment
Utilization
Variety of diagnostic and therapeutic equipment
Sunrise Clinical System
Computer applications
Sufficient on the job training to meet ARRT certification and State of Wisconsin Radiographer licensure requirements
Computerized tomography techniques and methods
Desired experience for CT scan technologist includes:
Keeps room clean and stocked with supplies that are required to perform CAT Scan procedures
Rotates “on call” status
Reviews scheduled patient’s requisitions and chart before starting exam
Administers opaque contrast material as directed by Radiologist
Starts IVs on out patients that require IV contrast
Locates orders, lab work, allergies and any other related resources on the patient in Power Chart
CT Scan Technologist Examples
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CT Scan Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is looking to fill the role of CT scan technologist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for CT scan technologist
- Participates in the training of new CT techs
- Kansas State License LRT
- Nationally Registered ARRT
- ARRT Registered CT Technologist
- American Heart Associate Healthcare Provider CPR
- Enhances professional growth and development through in service education, current literature, seminars
- Able to perform all specialized imaging procedures such as biopsies, drainages, assist Radiologist in procedures
- Explains procedures and observes patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan
- Administers contrast media orally intravenously under the supervision of a radiologist or covering MD
- Sets up examination area, ensuring that all necessary equipment and supplies are available
Qualifications for CT scan technologist
- Venipuncture Certificate upon hire
- Weekly student evaluations
- Evaluates student clinical competency by observing student clinical performance and documenting their competence
- Ability to communicate clearly in English with patients to explain procedures and ensure safety and comfort during scans
- Ability to process, review and evaluate images or computer generated information to determine if images are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes
- Ability to record, process and maintain thorough and accurate patient data, medical histories, treatment records and reports
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CT Scan Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our growing company is hiring for a CT scan technologist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for CT scan technologist
- Enters data, such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data into computer, using knowledge of radiologic technology and computed tomography
- Operates CT scanner to scan designated anatomical area of patient
- Talks to patient over intercom system and observes patient reactions through window of control room to monitor patient safety and comfort
- Evaluates images and computer-generated information for technical quality
- Records, processes and maintains patient data, documents and treatment records in a timely and thorough manner
- Collaborates with other medical team and administrative staff members, such as physicians and nurses, to conduct special and routine procedures or complete administrative duties
- Performs scheduled maintenance and minor emergency repairs on radiographic equipment, or reports problems to supervisor
- Performs all duties in compliance with government regulations, hospital policy and procedure, and safety guidelines
- Order to maintain standards of quality and performance
- Maintains all the essential job functions of the CT Technologist
Qualifications for CT scan technologist
- Under general supervision, this position performs a variety of CT scan procedures on Pediatric and Adult patients
- Graduate of an accredited radiological technology program
- Prior experience as a Radiological Technologist
- Current registration by the ARRT and registered or eligible for ARRT registration in CT
- Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or registry eligible
- Requires advanced certification in CT with one year of employment
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CT Scan Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is growing rapidly and is looking to fill the role of CT scan technologist. To join our growing team, please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications.
Responsibilities for CT scan technologist
- Draw labs for Creatine when possible to expedite patient care
- Communicate with nurses and physicians to expedite patient care
- Locate orders, lab work, allergies and any other related resources on the patient in Power Chart
- Send images to VRC in a timely manner and scan VRC report into PACS
- Participate in the training of new CT techs
- Complete and charge exams correctly on Cerner System
- Send all exams to PACS System and know what to do if PACS is down
- Adheres to radiation safety standards
- Assumes responsibility for assigned area and reports equipment malfunctions
- Follows the AIDET model (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation and Thank) Personalized Patient Care Every Patient Every time
Qualifications for CT scan technologist
- Must be able to demonstrate full competency in CT
- Must be willing to function as needed and specified by the modality manager
- Must be able to demonstrate good time management, interpersonal, and verbal/written communication skills
- Completion of AMA-approved school of Radiology Technology
- CT advanced training
- Texas license is required
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Our innovative and growing company is looking to fill the role of CT scan technologist. Thank you in advance for taking a look at the list of responsibilities and qualifications. We look forward to reviewing your resume.
Responsibilities for CT scan technologist
- Provides patient transportation when needed
- Performs other related duties as required and deemed necessary per Radiology Director or Manager
- Operates radiation detection and measurement instrumentation including gamma camera and PET/CT scanner
- Properly administers radiopharmaceutical material orally and by venipuncture based on the patient’s medical history and in accordance with department policy and procedure and State guidelines
- Evaluates the technical quality of the procedure ordered assuring that only optimal images are submitted for interpretation
- Calibrates instruments and records calibration data to detect trends indicating instrument malfunction
- ARRT in Nuclear Medicine OR Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT)
- Kansas State LRT License
- Performs other related duties as required and deemed necessary per Radiology Director or Manage
- Prioritize, provides and promotes quality patient care to support the Mission, Vision and Values of Sky Ridge Medical Center
Qualifications for CT scan technologist
- Registered by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) is required upon hire and achieve by April 2016 for current employees
- A minimum of two years of clinical experience in diagnostic radiology necessary to enhance and develop skills, with previous experience in CT scanning and cross sectional anatomy beneficial
- State of Wisconsin Licensed Radiographer license required or received within 60 days of hire
- Possesses and maintains active ARRT(R) certification or received within 6 months of hire
- Must have completed two years of training in an approved school of Radiologic Technology and include proper registration through an authorized licensing bureau, (A.R.R.T)
- Must be registered in CT
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CT Scan Technologist Job Description
Job Description Example
Our company is searching for experienced candidates for the position of CT scan technologist. Please review the list of responsibilities and qualifications. While this is our ideal list, we will consider candidates that do not necessarily have all of the qualifications, but have sufficient experience and talent.
Responsibilities for CT scan technologist
- Interact with the patient and family members to support a positive experience
- Adhere to the PRN guidelines
- Perform various types of CT scans according to protocol
- Up to 1 Year of Position-Related Experience-preferred
- Reviews each examination for technical accuracy making sure all of necessary anatomy is included on the study
- Dispenses appropriate preparations to patients as indicated by departmental protocol and/or physician order
- Administers contrast according to department protocols and utilizes power injector for IV contrast administration
- Performs POC creatinine testing on outpatients as needed
- Performs IV starts using the appropriate gauge angiocath on patients requiring IV contrast administration
- Utilize the 3D workstation to do P.E
Qualifications for CT scan technologist
- Current Basic Life Support required and must maintain certification
- A minimum of one year as a radiologic technologist and either one year CT experience or the successful completion of in-house CT cross-training program
- Minimum two years of experience in CT or three years in Diagnostic Radiology
- Two years formal training in computed tomography with one-year helical/spiral experience
- FL Licensed General Radiographer
- ARRT-CT Certification