CT Tech

About This Role

Effectively utilize CT scanners to capture diagnostic images of patients as ordered by physicians. Ensure proper patient positioning, administer IV contrast safely, and perform quality control on equipment.

Responsibilities

• Perform procedures as ordered and obtain images according to written protocols
• Position patients appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as directed by the provider
• Organize and accurately perform the individual steps in established procedures in the proper sequence
• Review, manipulate, and evaluate images to deliver high quality diagnostic images, including required post processing at remote workstations
• Start-up and calibrate Computed Tomography system daily
• Review orders with Radiologist to determine proper protocol for each procedure
• Administer IV contrast with proper dosage and document according to department policy
• Perform and document quality control on equipment; recognize and take appropriate action for abnormal results and report equipment problems
• Ensure a safe and clean environment with all the necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures

Requirements

• Graduate of a JCERT approved school of Radiologic Sciences Program
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computer Tomography (CT) or eligible to take the registry and must become registered within 12 months of hire
• Certified by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC)

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JCERT approved school of Radiologic Sciences Program
• Entry level (0-1.99 years of relevant work experience) for CT Technologist I

Nice to Have

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology (R) OR Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologists
• Associates Degree in Radiologic Sciences

Skills

* Required skills

Certifications