CT Technologist

Job Summary:

Operates computed tomography (CT) equipment to process cross-sectional images of patient's body for diagnostic purposes.

Position: CT Tech
Location: Tulsa, OK
Shift: Nights: S/M/T/EO Sat 7p-7a"
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hrs/week

Job Responsibilities:

-Performs diagnostic CT examinations according to the department's policies and protocols.

-Includes screening, preparing, and positioning patient for CT procedures with reference to diagnoses and body part.

-Knowledgeable of all CT equipment including the laser camera.

-Evaluates CT studies for quality and completeness.

-Ability to utilize advanced image manipulations such as 3D rendering, reformation and reconstruction.

-Understands image display and filming options.

-Recognizes and rectifies CT imaging and filming problems.

-Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner.

-Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.

-Maintains accurate documentation on logbook worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies.

-Appropriately administers contrast media as directed by Radiologist.

-Maintains radiation safety for patients, staff, and family members of patients.

-Is responsive to patient physical and psychological needs.

-Keeps patient informed.

-Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.

-Listens to and answers patient questions with patience and courtesy.

-Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.

-Maintains a clean and appropriately supplied work area.

-Independent judgments in planning the sequence of operations and making decisions in a complex technical field.

-Works directly with patients and/or customers.

-Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.

-Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.

-Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

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Required Skills & Experience:

-Zero (0) to six (6) months of related experience.

-Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

-Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

-N/A

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Required Education:

-Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Preferred Education:

-N/A

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Required Certification & Licensure:

-Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).

-BLS

Preferred Certification & Licensure:

-N/A

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