CT Tech
Lafayette, Colorado
Good Samaritan Medical Center

CT Tech

Location: Lafayette, Colorado Employment Type: Clinical, Non-Nursing Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Evening 8, Monday to Thursday, 1100-2030 Hours: 9 hours per day, 36 hours per week On Call: Rotating call and assigned holidays

Job Summary

The CT Tech performs a variety of CT procedures using ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes, using ingenuity, initiative, and independent judgment to produce high-quality scans.

Responsibilities

• Maintain ARRT competency in all clinical and technical functions of the job.
• Operate CT equipment and related information systems to produce quality images.
• Verify patient identification and orders, and prepare patients for exams.
• Perform exams per department protocol, and complete studies within department time expectations without compromising patient care or exam quality.
• Review images for quality, clarity, accuracy, and completeness of anatomical structures.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines, infection control, and sterile techniques.
• Administer contrast media as ordered by the physician and under radiologist or physician supervision, with patient education on contrast safety.
• Provide patient education, ensure comfort, and address patient and family concerns.
• Coordinate care and communicate pertinent information to other providers.
• Keep accurate records of procedures, patient information, and any adverse reactions or incidents.
• Follow protocols for medical necessity, coding and charging, consents, QC program, and equipment problem reporting.
• Stay current with CT technology, techniques, and protocols through continuing education.
• Assist and instruct students and other radiology technologists in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.

Required Qualifications

• Associate degree (required education).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• ARRT(R) certification.
• Licensure in state of practice, as applicable.
• Radiation badge.
• Skills: sectional anatomy, anatomic terminology, positioning competency, CT imaging techniques and protocols, contrast administration protocols (including contrast injector operation as applicable), electronic image viewing and manipulation, and recognizing emergent patient situations.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, communicate effectively, and prioritize tasks.

Preferred Qualifications

• ARRT(R)(CT) certification.
• Fluoroscopy certification (for hires in Colorado).
• Radiation badge provided by supplier.
• 1-2 years of CT experience, including in a hospital setting.
• 1-2 years of experience in a healthcare setting, including acute care.