CT Technologist - Generalist
About The Position
The CT Generalist performs routine and specialized CT procedures requested by a licensed independent practitioner for interpretation by radiologists. The role combines scientific knowledge, technical skills, patient interaction, and compassionate care to produce diagnostic information, while recognizing patient conditions that may affect successful completion of procedures. The CT Technologist prepares, administers, and documents medications in accordance with state regulations and institutional policy. The position is based on Texas Children’s Hospital’s HEART values: Humility, Excellence, Accountability, Respect, and Trust.
Requirements
- Graduate of a formal diagnostic Radiology program.
- CMRT certification from the Texas Medical Board.
- CT-NMTCB certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board or CT-AART certification from the American Registry of Radiology Technologists.
Nice To Haves
- R-AART certification from the American Registry of Radiology Technologists.
Responsibilities
- Assess factors that may contraindicate a procedure, including medication contraindications, risk of medication reactions, patient history, laboratory results, insufficient preparation, and artifacts.
- Explain procedures clearly and in detail to patients, families, and others; address questions about the procedure and refer questions about diagnosis, treatment, or prognosis to a licensed independent practitioner.
- Perform routine, STAT, urgent, and intraoperative CT cases, accurately demonstrating anatomy and pathology through diagnostic scanning.
- Enter data and manage images accurately and completely in relevant technology systems, including EPIC and PACS.
- Document radiation exposure parameters, medications, use of shielding devices, and radiation safety practices as required.
- Evaluate images for technical acceptability and ensure appropriate identification and markings are recorded.
- Participate in and lead continuing education and in-service programs; read professional publications, review procedure manuals, and attend trainings.
- Communicate effectively with appropriate medical staff to answer related clinical care questions.
- Prepare, administer, and document medication-related activities in accordance with state regulations and institutional policy.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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