Imaging Technologist CT Scanner
About The Position
The Imaging Technologist performs advanced diagnostic and interventional procedures across imaging modalities under the general direction of departmental leadership. The role operates complex imaging equipment, follows imaging protocols, and monitors patients to support their safety and comfort during procedures. The technologist produces high-quality diagnostic images, collaborates with the medical team, and advocates for patient safety and optimal outcomes. The technologist helps maintain a safe environment, educates patients about tests, equipment, and procedures, and supports patient control and choices when appropriate. The role also respects cultural and religious beliefs, observes for signs of abuse or neglect, facilitates maintenance of body image, and protects patient privacy and confidentiality.
Requirements
- At least one year of experience.
- Experience operating imaging equipment and evaluating images, including anatomy and pathology, to determine whether additional images in varying positions are needed for correct diagnosis.
- Successful completion of a fully accredited training program in the pertinent modality; accreditation must be through CAAHEP or a similar nationally recognized accrediting agency.
- Nevada Basic Life Support (BLS) - CPR for Medical Radiographers.
- Registered Technologist in Radiography through ARRT.
- Complete quarterly American Heart Association Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification after hire; competency must be obtained through resources internal to the facility.
Nice To Haves
- Associate degree.
Responsibilities
- Operate complex imaging equipment and perform diagnostic and interventional procedures.
- Execute imaging protocols and monitor patients’ safety and comfort during procedures.
- Produce high-quality diagnostic images and evaluate images, including anatomy and pathology, to determine whether additional images or positions are needed for diagnosis.
- Collaborate with the medical team and advocate for patient safety and optimal outcomes.
- Maintain a safe environment, including attention to equipment, bed or cart rails, and the patient’s mental status.
- Explain tests, equipment, procedures, and their rationale to patients before performing them.
- Allow patient control and choices over situations and the environment when appropriate to the patient’s condition and situation.
- Respect cultural and religious beliefs when providing services.
- Observe for signs of abuse or neglect.
- Facilitate maintenance of body image.
- Respect patient privacy and confidentiality.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
