• Perform CT procedures as ordered achieving a high level of quality and accurately critique images to determine if they are of diagnostic quality and adjust factors if an image needs to be repeated; offer expertise to physician regarding appropriateness of additional/modified studies.

• Explain all studies to patients prior to the exam in a caring manner; provide resources to patients and family members about the CT exam and refer them, if appropriate, to a physician.

• Identify, prepare, and/or administer medications as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. 

• Provide protection for patient and self in accordance with prescribed safety standards; ensure the safety and physical comfort of the patient; conduct daily quality control measures to monitor machine performance.

• Calibrate and operate equipment to ensure that the scan is correctly and diagnostically executed in minimal time.

• Safely transfer patients to and from carts, beds, and wheelchairs; position patients to ensure patient comfort and modesty.

• Evaluate images on video display screen for diagnostic quality and presence of artifacts; evaluate videotapes and computer-generated information for technical quality; take corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality.

Education: 

Successful completion of an American Medical Association (AMA) approved Diagnostic Radiologic Technology training program.

AND

Experience: 

One year of hospital CT experience or equivalent is preferred but not required. 

Current valid State of California Radiologic Technologist License & Fluoroscopy Permit, Advanced-level certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiography and in Computerized Tomography, Venipuncture certification, and Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA).