Cat Scan Technologist - Per Diem

St. Luke’s University Health Network•Bethlehem, PA

11d

About The Position

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Performs various CT Scans and assists Radiologist during performance of invasive procedures for diagnostic purposes. The intent of this job description is to provide a summary of the major duties and responsibilities of this position and shall not be considered as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be inherent in the position.

Responsibilities

Directly assists Radiologist during all aspects of invasive procedures and performs CT scan examinations as directed by the Radiologist.
Communicates clinical observations during CT Scan examinations to Radiologist.
Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to Radiologist.
Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
Injects contrast for CT Scans in accordance with department policy.
Patient CT questionnaire is completed for each patient and reviewed prior to start of exam.
Performs 3-D imaging functions.
Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in inservices and/or continuing education programs.
Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.