CT / Radiologic Technologist Hawkinsville, Georgia 31036
Performs the necessary job duties to provide optimum quality patient radiographs AND CT images with ALARA radiation exposure.
Core Duties and Responsibilities:
- Prepare patients for examinations by explaining procedures, answering questions, and obtaining medical histories.
- Position patients correctly while operating the CT scanner amp; diagnostic radiographic equipment.
- Operate other equipment/devices as appropriate – i.e.…power injector for CT contrast administration.
- Ensure proper operation of CT scanner.
- Calculate exposure factors for optimum radiographic quality with lowest absorption dose.
- Practice radiation protection for patients, family members, other staff amp; self.
- Evaluate radiographs for technical quality and demonstration of desired anatomy.
- Documentation of patient information amp; sending exams to PACS.
- Administration of contrast media as needed.
- Initiate life support measures to patients when necessary.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds correctly.
- Maintain patient records.
- Assumes responsibility for assigned area
- Able to work alone.
- Promotes a climate conductive to learning for co-workers.
- Rotates work schedules within the department and/or cover other shifts as required.
- Assists and/or transport patients using a wheelchair or stretcher as conditions warrant.
Job Requirements:
- Education – High School Diploma; Minimum 2-year degree from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program or College.
A.R.R.T. Registered in Radiography AND Computed Tomography (CT) or CT registry eligible.
- Training/Experience – Minimum 1-year prior experience in a hospital setting for Radiography. Some experience with CT scan is desired, but not necessary; will cross-train the right candidate.
- Skills/Desired Qualifications:
Supply Management
Verbal Communication
Infection Control
Creating a Safe, Effective Environment
Organization
Scheduling
Professionalism
Customer Focus
Confidentiality
Bedside Manner
Medical Teamwork
Type Work:
- Part-time
- Dayshift
- Saturday amp; Sunday
- 12-hour Shifts
