Radiology CT Tech Certified

Under the direction of the department manager, performs interpretive, patient care, and technical functions to insure proper radiologic diagnosis of patients.

Essential Job Functions:

• Receives and reviews requests for radiologic studies

• Accepts patients and assesses their condition to determine proper handling and special requirements.

• Explains and prepares the patient for all radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures.

• Interviews patients and reviews available clinical data from charts to alert nurses and/or physicians to possible contradictions for procedure.

• Relies on extensive knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and effects of disease processes to properly and safety position the patient for maximum diagnostic yield.

• Operates highly complex radiographic equipment within the radiology department, operating suites and at the patient's bedside, selecting technical factors to ensure high-quality radiographs using the A.L.A.R.A. (as low as reasonable achievable) standards.

• Maintains radiographic equipment and rooms in proper working condition. Reports malfunctions and necessary repairs to supervisory personnel.

• Assists with examination of higher complexity such as arteriography, pyelography, etc.

• Performs work of equal skill, effort, and responsibility as directed and may perform work of a higher level in preparation for increased responsibility

• Follows hospital exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens.

• Maintains confidentiality of all hospital and patient information at all times. Follows HIPAA regulations and policies.

• Regular and predictable attendance is an essential job function.

• Communicate with patients, families and co-workers in person, in writing and on telephone.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must be a graduate of an approved two year program.

• Six months to be fully proficient preferred.

• ARRT registered or registry eligible.