What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist -Per Diem - Rotation position at Geisinger?
- Provides technical expertise to operate CT Scanners, power injectors and computer systems to acquire images for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies.
- CT technologist must maintain the knowledge to operate different CT Systems at multiple locations.
- Maintain protocols that are based on Image Gently Guidelines and CT scanner’s integration into a program that compiles dose data from each scan performed and notifies the user when a scan exceeds specific preset levels.
- Maintain vast knowledge of all clinical histories to match appropriate protocols and knowledge of all major organ systems and vascular systems for Thoracic, Abdominal, Pelvic, Neuro systems and Muscular Skeletal.
- Obtains CT images according to established protocols.
- In doing so, ensures the patient is properly prepared, positioned, immobilized, protective shielding used when applicable and correct technical factors are selected.
- Perform CT Interventional Procedures.
- Performs CTA imaging: Carotid, Head, Vertebral, Run-Offs, PE critical bolus timing, including Advanced CTA studies such as TAVR(Trans Catheter Aortic Valve Replacement), EVAR(Endovascular Aneurysm Repair) and Cardiac imaging.
- Maintains working knowledge of pharmacology to ensure lab results are obtained prior to scheduled exam.
- Maintain knowledge of physiology needed to produce quality scans when ideal conditions cannot be met.
- Maintain knowledge of physics to lower patient dose on CT scanner.
- Interpret technical factors to increase quality or speed of scan.
Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.