Cardiac CT Technologist
About The Position
As a Cardiac CT Technologist, you will perform specialized cardiac imaging procedures with precision and care, providing critical diagnostic information for patient treatment. Every day you will expertly operate advanced CT equipment, meticulously position patients, administer contrast media, and produce high-quality cardiac images while ensuring patient comfort and safety. To be successful, you will demonstrate outstanding technical expertise, strong attention to detail, and a calm, compassionate demeanor, contributing to accurate diagnoses and excellent patient outcomes.
Requirements
- High School Graduate, upon hire
- High School GED, upon hire
- Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire
- Basic Life Support - CPR, upon hire
Responsibilities
- Prepare patients by obtaining history, explaining procedures, placing IV access, and ensuring proper heart rate and rhythm control when indicated.
- Accurately time and administer intravenous contrast to optimize coronary artery and cardiac chamber opacification.
- Operate CT equipment with ECG-gating and adjust technical parameters for image quality and radiation dose optimization.
- Monitor patient condition, vital signs, and comfort throughout the procedure, intervening when necessary.
- Process studies using advanced post-processing software (MPR, MIP, 3D rendering, functional analysis) for physician review.
- Collaborate with cardiologists, radiologists, and referring providers to ensure clinical questions are addressed.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
