CT Technologist - Full Time Days

Kindred Healthcare•Green Cove Springs, FL

10h

About The Position

The CT Technologist performs specialized tasks involved in conducting CT scans. The role operates CT scanners and related equipment, positions patients, administers contrast media, and provides for patients’ psychological and physical needs. It also evaluates image quality, documents patient dose and contrast administration, maintains patient records, and supports radiologists with interventional CT procedures when applicable. The position provides orientation and training for new CT technologists.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited institution in Medical Radiography and/or completion and passing of an approved course in Computed Tomography.
ARRT certification/registration in Radiography R.T.(R) and/or Computed Tomography R.T.(CT), and meet the qualifications required by the state of employment.
Current BLS certification.
Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
Must have good and regular attendance.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience in diagnostic radiology or another imaging modality is preferred.

Responsibilities

Perform specialized tasks associated with operating CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with radiation safety procedures.
Position patients for CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment as necessary.
Schedule patients for procedures and assist with clerical functions.
Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
Load and operate power injectors for contrast media administration.
Provide for patients’ psychological and physical needs during CT scans.
Adhere to protocol scan length to optimize patient dose.
Confirm patient positioning matches the selected scanning orientation parameters.
Use isocentering of the anatomy of interest to optimize dose.
Optimize technical factors to minimize radiation exposure while maintaining diagnostic image quality.
Use radiation shielding devices.
Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure, and label them appropriately.
Record patient dose and contrast medication administration according to policy.
Document appropriate charging of procedures and supplies.
Maintain accurate patient records.
Assist radiologists with interventional CT procedures when applicable.
Provide orientation and training for new CT technologists.
Perform other related duties as assigned.