X-RAY / CT Tech- PRN

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CT TECHNOLOGIST -X-RAY TECH

JOB DISCRIPTION AND DUTIES:

• Interpreting the orders provided by the physician or other prescribing medical professional

• Explaining what will happen during the CT scan to patients

• Positioning patients properly to take the necessary images

• Administering IVs that contain contrast dyes to enhance imaging

• Examining images to ensure they’re usable

• Updating patient medical information

• Cleaning and maintaining CT scan equipment

• Keeping inventory of CT scan supplies and making orders for supply restocks as required

*** Will also help with X-rays as needed

MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITES:

• Deep familiarity with CT scan equipment

• Basic knowledge of anatomy, biology and how to administer IVs

• Problem-solving skills to troubleshoot issues with CT scan equipment performance

• Observational skills to notice any problems with images

• Strong oral communications skills to field patients’ questions and collaborate with other members of the care team

• Organizational skills to maintain an orderly supply area

• Mathematics skills to assist with contrast administration and maintain inventory

• Computer skills to operate CT scan equipment, use e-mail and update medical records using health information systems software

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

Associate degree or equivalent in radiologic technology
Valid Radiologic Technologist license from the state of Kentucky
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
- Current BLS Certification

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