CT Technologist

The CT Technologist is responsible for the delivery of quality imaging services to patients (geriatrics, adults, and adolescents) of the Shepherd Center. This multi-faceted role is instrumental to the success of the imaging department and provides important information to physicians and providers for the establishment of optimal patient care. The Technologist combines clinical applications with that of anatomy and physiology education to deliver successful clinical operations and patient outcomes.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES - The CT Technologist Accountabilities are to ensure optimal quality of ordered images while maintaining patient safety.  

• Schedules patients and prioritizes exams based on clinical needs. 

• Reviews and verifies orders before beginning exams. 
• Reviews the patient’s EMR for safety concerns that could alter the quality of the exam or affect patient care. 
• Prepares patient and room for exams, explains procedure, transfers patient using proper lifting and transfer techniques, positions patient and assists patient as needed during the exam. 
• Performs clinical evaluation of all patients and performs exams specifically as stated in the physician’s order.  
• Observes patient and equipment during procedures and reports any unusual occurrences in relation to patient condition to the Imaging Supervisor.  
• Delivers all images to PACS and the Radiologist and ensures receipt of exam dictation.  
• Completes all daily tasks for optimal departmental operation. 
• Reports departmental concerns to the Imaging Manager.  
• Attend department staff meetings during scheduled hours. 
• Manages inventory of supplies. 
• Maintains all center-wide requirements such as yearly ARW’s, BLS, up to date certification status with the ACR and other requirements that may be mandatory in the XRAY and CT departments.               

The imaging staff member will provide support to Managers and Lead Techs to ensure exams are completed in compliance with ACR criteria.

REQUIRED MINIMUM EDUCATION 

• Graduate from an accredited Radiologic Technology (or equivalent) program. 

REQUIRED MINIMUM CERTIFICATION 

• Current American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required. 
• Current registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent. 
• Must be a Registered CT Technologist   

REQUIRED MINIMUM EXPERIENCE 

• N/A

REQUIRED MINIMUM SKILLS  

• Active Listening 
• Excellent Communication 
• Superior Customer Service 
• Ability to Work Independently 
• Ability to Prioritize and problem solve 
• Time Management 
• Teamwork 
• Flexibility 

KNOWLEDGE SKILLS & ABILITIES EXAMPLES

• Experience in a hospital setting.  
• Excellent communication and Organizational Skills.  
• Must be able to work without direct supervision.  
• Strong organizational, customer service, and teamwork skills 
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS   

• ARRT CT Registry preferred 
•  Three (3) plus years' experience preferred

PHYSICAL DEMANDS 

• Uses body, tools, or special devices to safely, effectively, and efficiently to move, guide, or place patients. Involves some latitude for judgement with regard to precision attained and the selection of what adaptive device(s) to utilize.
• Ability to transfer and position patients, consistent with lifting up to 50 lbs.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Some potential for exposure to blood and body fluids.  

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified.