CT Tech

Henry Community Health • New Castle, IN

19d

About The Position

Works under the general supervision of a Board Certified Radiologist and the Director of Imaging in providing diagnostic CT scan procedures. Positions patient and adjusts and sets exposure factors on CT scanning equipment. Makes minor adjustments to equipment and relays major equipment problems to superior promptly. Retention bonus offered after your first 90 days.

Requirements

• Work requires a comprehensive knowledge of CT scan equipment, procedures and cross sectional anatomy, usually obtained during the course of a two year AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology or through CT specific post-training.
• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology and certification by the Indiana State Board of Health is required.
• Work requires the ability to effectively deal with patients, physicians, and coworkers to carry out all of the functions of the CT area in an efficient manner. This is normally acquired after three (3) years as a staff or supervisory Registered Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Prepares CT room for the application of diagnostic examinations, making sure equipment is functioning properly and adequate supplies are available.
• Prepares patients for examinations and informs them of purpose of examination, gathers information from patients as necessary.
• Performs the ordered CT examination according to department protocols and evaluates the quality of the test repeating examinations as necessary.
• Assists Radiologist with preparation and administration of contrast material, biopsy needles, and other supplies or material needed to obtain the examination.
• Communicates with Central Scheduling and other departments in scheduling add-on examinations, answers voicemail and pages ASAP
• Demonstrates proper technique and appropriate knowledge in performing venipuncture/IV initiation for patients of all ages.
• Consults with radiologists, physicians and nursing staff regarding any change in the patient conditions or for clarification/appropriateness of ordered examination.
• Performs in a calm, efficient, and professional manner in an emergency situation.

Benefits

• Continuing education scholarships
• Generous paid days off (PDO) - with the option to rollover unused hours each year
• Employer funded pension

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees