What are the responsibilities and job description for the X-RAY TECH/ CT TECH- Full Time position at MARSHALL COUNTY HOSPITAL DISTRICT?
CT TECHNOLOGIST -X-RAY TECH
***Now with HIGHER STARTING Wages!! Excellent Benefits
JOB DISCRIPTION AND DUTIES:
• Interpreting the orders provided by the physician or other prescribing medical professional
• Explaining what will happen during the CT scan to patients
• Positioning patients properly to take the necessary images
• Administering IVs that contain contrast dyes to enhance imaging
• Examining images to ensure they’re usable
• Updating patient medical information
• Cleaning and maintaining CT scan equipment
• Keeping inventory of CT scan supplies and making orders for supply restocks as required
Position is for Friday, Saturday and Sundays 6 am-6 pm
*** Will also help with X-rays as needed
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITES:
• Deep familiarity with CT scan equipment
• Basic knowledge of anatomy, biology and how to administer IVs
• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with CT scan equipment performance
• Observational skills to notice any problems with images
• Strong oral communications skills to field patients’ questions and collaborate with other members of the care team
• Organizational skills to maintain an orderly supply area
• Mathematics skills to assist with contrast administration and maintain inventory
• Computer skills to operate CT scan equipment, use e-mail and update medical records using health information systems software
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Associate degree or equivalent in radiologic technology
- Valid Radiologic Technologist license from the state of Kentucky
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Current BLS Certification