CT Technologist
Cincinnati, OH
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: CT Technologist

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Description

Operate CT scanners to obtain diagnostic images of specified body parts as requested. Produce quality images for radiologist interpretation and function independently with minimal supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Greet patients, verify identity, and take pertinent patient history.
• Review procedure orders, medications, allergies, and questionnaires.
• Explain procedures to patients and address questions or concerns.
• Communicate professionally with patients, coworkers, and physicians.
• Position patients, perform scans, and archive procedures per protocol.
• Prepare patients for contrast media administration using proper venipuncture techniques.
• Administer and document contrast media and other medications as directed.
• Reconcile patient medications to avoid interactions with contrast media.
• Assist coworkers in other modalities as needed, including starting IVs and patient preparation.
• Assist physicians with invasive procedures when applicable.
• Verify physician orders for accuracy and act accordingly.
• Use radiation-reducing techniques without compromising image quality.
• Protect patients, self, and staff from radiation exposure; properly use and store dosimeter.
• Use appropriate devices to move patients safely and minimize injury risk.
• Observe and assist patients to prevent falls or other injuries.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Graduation from an ARRT accredited Radiologic Technology school.

Experience

• Minimum 2 years of related experience.

Certifications & Licensure

• ARRT certification.
• Ohio Radiographer License.
• BLS (American Heart Association).

Additional Skills

• Knowledge of medical terminology, isolation, and sterile techniques/procedures.
• Patient positioning and operation of x-ray machines and printers.

No prior travel experience required.