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LifePoint Health

CT Technologist - PRN

LifePoint Health, Hartsville, Tennessee, United States, 37074

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Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Performs other diagnostic imaging dependent upon registration/certification.

Reports to: Director Diagnostic Services

Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Drag Edit Delete

Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Drag Edit Delete

When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Drag Edit Delete

Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Drag Edit Delete

Prepares equipment and supplies. Drag Edit Delete

Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Drag Edit Delete

Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Drag Edit Delete

Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Drag Edit Delete

Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Drag Edit Delete

Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Drag Edit Delete

Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Minimum Education

Graduate of a Radiology Program required Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills

American Heart Association or American Red Cross Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required upon hire or must be obtained within 90 days of employment. Drag Edit Delete

Required Skills

License: Registered and in good standing with ARRT in Rad or registry eligible. CT certification preferred. Drag Edit Delete

Minimum Work Experience

Six months experience in Radiology and/or CT Specialty. If no CT experience, must be willing to learn and train.

Job:

* Radiology/Imaging Services

Organization:

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Title:

CT Technologist - PRN

Location:

Tennessee-Hartsville

Requisition ID:

7457-12427