CT Technologist
Northeast Baptist Hospital
San Antonio, TX

The CT Tech performs diagnostic procedures utilizing radiation detection and imaging equipment.  Provides quality care to patients of all age groups; from newborn to elderly, according to department standards.  Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

General Functions: 

• Produces high-quality diagnostic radiographs, by selecting and operating appropriate radiographic equipment and C.T. images, utilizing a C. T. scanner and computed tomography techniques 
• Evaluates images for technical quality, assuring proper identification and procedure is recorded. 
• Assists practitioner with fluoroscopy and the advanced scope of practice in C.T. by being registered with the ARRT. 
• Practices aseptic techniques as necessary. Understand methods of venipuncture and other sterile techniques, in agreement with state statues and/or where institutional policy permits, prepares, identifies and/or administers contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner. 
• Assumes responsibility for assigned areas, quality control of equipment and reports equipment 
• malfunctions, use of computing, digital imaging processing concepts and instrumentation to 3D concepts. 

Department/Business Unit Functions: 

• Provides radiation safety to minimize exposure to patients, patient’s family, by following policies and procedures of the Medical Imaging department, federal and state agencies. 
• Provides communication to patients for instructions and history to obtain desired results, by gaining cooperation and minimizing anxiety. 
• Assumes responsibility for provision of physical safety and psychological needs of the patient during procedures 
• Processes, displays, records and stores C.T. images 
• Provides practical instruction, evaluation and precepting for students and/or other healthcare professionals 
• Evaluates the perception and understanding of sectional anatomical images as they relate to C.T. 
• Communicates to radiologist potentials for successful outcomes after evaluation of medical history, reactions and evaluation of lab values 
• Implements protective measures to prevent patient injury due to thermal, electrical, mechanical, laser, chemical and radiation sources 
• Initiates anecdotal, incident, contrast agent variance and accident reports in a timely manner. 
• Processes and files films as needed utilizing RIS and PAC’s 
• Schedules and transports patients as needed 
• Assumes responsibility for portions of Quality Assurance 
• Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively.  
• Maintains safe environment 
• Addresses patient population-specific needs 
• Participates in Performance Improvement activities

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of an accredited school of Imaging Technology 

MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: 0-1 year with competency in components of computerized tomography. 

REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:

• Possession of a current Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT), in Radiology and C.T. documentation of approved training, and, 

• Possession of current Texas Medical Board (TMB) license. Must have ARRT &CT Registry within one year post graduation from accredited school. 

REQUIRED COURSES/ COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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