Travel CT Technologist
Tulsa, OK
Express Healthcare Staffing Oklahoma
3x12 hrs, Nights

Years of experience REQ: 2 Years

Job Summary:
Operates computed tomography (CT) equipment to process cross-sectional images of patient's body for diagnostic purposes.

Job Responsibilities:
-Performs diagnostic CT examinations according to the department's policies and protocols.
-Includes screening, preparing, and positioning patient for CT procedures with reference to diagnoses and body part.
-Knowledgeable of all CT equipment including the laser camera.
-Evaluates CT studies for quality and completeness.
-Ability to utilize advanced image manipulations such as 3D rendering, reformation and reconstruction.
-Understands image display and filming options.
-Recognizes and rectifies CT imaging and filming problems.
-Sends images to PACS system, evaluates exam for completeness, and verifies exam in timely manner.
-Develops a working knowledge of all PACS capabilities.
-Maintains accurate documentation on logbook worksheet and charging of examination and all supplies.
-Appropriately administers contrast media as directed by Radiologist.
-Maintains radiation safety for patients, staff, and family members of patients.
-Is responsive to patient physical and psychological needs.
-Keeps patient informed.
-Explains all procedures in a clear and concise manner without causing unnecessary anxiety.
-Listens to and answers patient questions with patience and courtesy.
-Seeks advice from appropriate resource when unsure of protocol or policy.
-Maintains a clean and appropriately supplied work area.
-Independent judgments in planning the sequence of operations and making decisions in a complex technical field.
-Works directly with patients and/or customers.
-Works with internal customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
-Works with external customers via telephone or face to face interaction.
-Works with other healthcare professionals and staff.

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Required Skills & Experience:
-Knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
-Ability to organize and prioritize work in an effective and efficient manner.

Preferred Skills & Experience:
-N/A

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Required Education:
-Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program.

Preferred Education:
-N/A

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Required Certification & Licensure:
-Registration from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).
-BLS

Preferred Certification & Licensure:
-N/A