CT Scan Technologist

Norwalk Hospital Association • Norwalk, CT

10d • $37 - $68 • Onsite

About The Position

Provides quality care and meets customer expectations by utilizing advanced technical skills in CT imaging.

Requirements

• High School Graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technologist Program.
• CT State license.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• BLS.

Responsibilities

• Follow ALARA principles and scans patient with appropriate exposure and minimal repeatability.
• Always wears radiation badge(s) to track personal exposure.
• Utilizes bismuth or lead shielding per established protocols.
• Monitors CTDI Volume to ensure appropriate dose.
• Properly identifies patients by name/DOB as well as introducing himself/herself to the patient by first name.
• Reviews prescription for accuracy and completeness, explains procedure, answers questions/concerns and completes/initials history form.
• Obtains required bloodwork for GFR clearance and diabetic medication clearance for applicable patients.
• Verifies pregnancy status in appropriate patient population and obtains waiver as needed.
• Dispenses oral contrast to patients appropriately and gives clear instructions.
• Reviews informed consent prior to performing venipuncture for contrast and utilizes aseptic technique when starting heplocks.
• Operates power injectors following manufacturer guidelines and selects the appropriate injection protocol for the specific exam.
• Monitors injection of contrast, recognizes infiltrations promptly and communicates with the patient throughout the exam.
• Reviews prescription and protocol for appropriateness based on clinical information provided.
• Positions patients correctly for optimal imaging.
• Correct selection and proficiency in scanning established CT protocols.
• Covers appropriate anatomy and utilizes proper scan parameters.
• Respects scheduled appointment times and communicates delays to reception staff and/or patients directly including wait times for Walk-ins.
• Reviews charge entry and notifies appropriate administrative staff with necessary changes.
• Completes charge sheet accurately ensuring the CPT4 code matches the exam performed.
• Starts and completes examination in ADS workflow and records required information on log sheets.
• Evaluates CT images for technical quality and provides concise relevant history to the Radiologist for interpretation.
• Performs required post processing and/or transfers appropriate images to dedicated workstations.
• Ensures prior exams and reports are available for comparison.
• Scans accompanying paperwork, annotates contrast volume then verifies images in PACS.
• Able to recognize specific psychological (ie. claustrophobia, anxiety) and/or physical needs of patients and determine when further assistance is needed.
• Promptly responds to contrast reactions and/or other situations which require a timely response.
• Documents relevant information on adverse reaction and incident forms.
• Able to locate and use all necessary emergency equipment (code cart, oxygen, blood pressure monitor, pulse oximeter, etc).
• Follows universal precautions including the use of gloves, gowns and masks as appropriate.
• Cleans and disinfects CT suite between patients.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree