What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist - Radiology-Diagnostic, Varied Shifts, Per Diem position at Dartmouth Health?
Provide diagnostic imaging services according to accepted standards and protocols and assure patient safety during procedures
General Diagnostic Procedures
American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT)
General Diagnostic Procedures
- Performs all diagnostic procedures following policies and procedures established by the department and proper protocol.
- Adjusts patient care based on age specific needs
- Uses all equipment properly and in a manner that minimizes hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
- Determines most suitable position and shields patient for optimum imaging, protocol, and patient comfort. Follows ALARA principle (staff and patient shielding).
- Explains procedures and responds to questions appropriately.
- Scans paperwork into the PAC’s System and have proper paperwork filled out (IV contrast paperwork).
- Maintains working knowledge of the PAC’s System.
- Demonstrates knowledge of CD Burning.
- Completes patient charges for each exam in a timely manner.
- Transports patients to and from the department.
- Maintains a clean and orderly environment and associated checklist.
- Demonstrates competency in performing all procedures and use of the equipment for CAT Scans as assigned.
- Initiates a peripheral IV for patients requiring designated diagnostic testing within the radiology dept in accordance with Hospital policy and as assigned after completion of education and competence demonstration.
- Reviews and follows the CT protocol assigned by the Radiologist.
- Keep dose as low as possible to achieve a diagnostic exam.
- Use the appropriate protocols for adults and pediatric.
- Uses computer to access reports.
- Follows protocols for releasing of images.
- Assists with administrative responsibilities of the department to include scheduling appointments, answering the phone, etc.
- Performs all quality controls procedures daily as assigned and maintains appropriate logs.
- Orders radiology supplies as directed.
- Participates in annual surveys and inspections.
- Able to teach/aid students.
- Graduate of an accredited school of radiology technology.
- Registered/licensed with American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent in education and experience.
- 0-1 year radiology experience
- Hospital experience preferred
American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT)