Radiographer CT - University Imaging Center
About The Position
Performs a variety of routine and specialized technical procedures, including examinations in accordance with established CT protocols and procedures. Ensures a smooth operational and productive workflow. Assists in mentoring new technologists and other support staff. Greets patients, verifies identification, and confirms the correctness of the examination. Explains the examination to the patient and family, ensures required consent forms are signed, and prepares contrast media for administration. Assesses patient condition prior to administering contrast media or performing the CT examination. Positions patients for the proper CT examination and instructs them on physiological requirements. Performs CT examinations as prescribed by a physician.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology
- Health Care Provider CPR certification
- Licensure from the Maryland Department of Health and Mental as a Medical Radiation Technologist
- Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
Nice To Haves
- One year of related experience preferred
- Advanced certification in CT is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Demonstrates clinical competence in all section protocols established by the radiologists.
- Applies detailed knowledge of anatomy in order to produce images of high quality.
- Assists in mentoring of new technologists and other support staff.
- Pleasantly greets and introduces self to patients, verifies their identification and the correctness of the examination to be performed.
- Explains examination to the patient and family, if present.
- Ensures any required consent forms are signed prior to the examination.
- Prepares contrast media and administer to patient either intravenously or through other body cavities.
- Always assess the patient’s condition prior to administering a contrast media or performing the CT examination.
- Positions patient for the proper CT examination and instruct patient as to the proper physiological requirements for the procedure.
- Performs CT examinations as prescribed by a physician.
Benefits
- Supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
