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Macpower Digital Assets Edge

CT Technologist

Macpower Digital Assets Edge, Atlanta, GA, United States

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Collects pertinent medical information and reviews physician's order to identify reason for examination and potential contraindications
  • Explains procedure to patient and ensures consent form is signed if required for examination.
  • Positions patient, administers oral or intravenous contrast as required.
  • Monitors patient reaction and responds to adverse reactions with emergency procedures as necessary.
  • Selects equipment parameters and logs pertinent information.
  • Performs scanning procedure.
  • Modifies parameters as required to improve visualization of desired anatomy.
  • May assist physician with biopsy and aspiration procedures, practicing sterile technique as required.
  • Sets up sterile trays with all supplies and instruments required for procedures.
  • Organizes images, performs the scan and transfers exam to PACS system.
  • Provides assistance with transportation of patients to and from Emergency Room and Inpatient areas.
  • Responsible for ensuring communication to radiologist regarding Acute Stroke patients and certifying compliance with Acute Stroke protocols.
  • Enters patient charges into computer.
  • Performs minor maintenance and repairs on Computerized Tomography (CT) equipment. Refers other problems to the Computerized Tomography (CT) Supervisor.
  • ssists in orienting and training personnel as necessary.
  • Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures.
  • Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Manager.
DDITIONAL DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:
  • Performs myelograms, venograms, arthrograms, and other studies requiring intravenous or Sudbury injection of contrast medium. Assists physicians with studies.
  • Delivers intravenous medication under direct supervision of physicians.
  • Regularly performs the duties and responsibilities of the Radiologic Technologist.
  • Performs routine radiographic examinations in accordance with specific operating instructions and safety standards.
  • ssesses patient condition throughout procedure and observes for adverse reactions.
  • Recognizes and responds to emergency situations according to departmental procedures.
  • Must be able to work in a team environment.
  • May be asked to work in another department as needs dictate.
REQUIRED SKILLS AND CERTIFICATIONS:
  • Graduate of accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
  • Registered CT Technologist from ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT).
  • Certified in cardio pulmonary resuscitation (CPR).
  • Registry eligible must be registered as a CT technologist within 6 months of start date.
  • bility to deal tactfully and pleasantly with various types of patients, visitors, physicians.
  • bility to insert intravenous catheter.
  • Basic knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy.