CT Technologist

DEFINITION/PRIMARY FUNCTION # Perform a wide variety of technical procedures, requiring independent judgment and critical thinking. Requires initiative to apply appropriate skills to facilitate a diagnosis. May be assigned independent responsibilities by Lead Technologist, Administrative Director, Operations Manager, or NARH Facility Director.

Proper care of the client in accordance with the departmental and hospital policies and procedures is required. May be responsible for assigned areas to assume responsibilities of supervision or instruction to department personnel or as determined by Manager or Director. Excellent communication skills in written, verbal and Tiger Text format required.

Practices infection control in clinical practice in compliance with departmental and hospital policies and OSHA standards. Maintains patient confidentiality. Demonstrates proper operation of PACS, HIS and RIS computer systems. Demonstrates ability to operate and trouble shoot CR, DR, CT, and PACs applications. Completes annual mandatory education to include blood borne pathogens, infection control, and body substance isolation.

Maintains department competencies as required. Technologist will be required to perform primary diagnostic Radiology and CT Scan tasks including IV insertion and injections. #nbsp;such as transportation of patients when needed. POSITION QUALIFICATIONS (Minimum qualifications are required unless stated otherwise.) Experience: # Minimum of 1 year X-Ray tech experience preferred.

Education

Must have completed formal JRCERT approved Radiologic Technology Program. License, Certification # Registration: MALIC # Massachusetts Radiology License ARRT(RTR)

• Registered Technologist Radiography. CT Technologist Certification preferred, but training is available. CPR (cardiopulmonary resuscitation) is required. Other Requirements: