CT Scan Technologist (6556)

Regional One Health; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Regional One Health in Memphis, TN is seeking a CT Scan technologist (PRN) with a 2-year degree to perform CT procedures and support radiology operations.

The role involves reviewing patient records, selecting appropriate settings, ensuring safety, and documenting procedures. You will operate RIS/PACS and participate in emergencies as needed.

Qualifications

• 2 year degree in radiologic technology or equivalent.
• Experience performing CT procedures is preferred.
• Familiarity with RIS/PACS and radiology information systems is desired.
• Ability to position patients and ensure patient safety during exams.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient's medical record and physician’s request prior to CT procedure to obtain and record identifying information.
• Determines proper CT settings; selects and prepares equipment and supplies for each exam.
• Performs CT scans for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes as ordered by physician, with attention to safety and accuracy.
• Explains procedure to patient and family, positions immobilizes patient, and assists with contrast administration as needed.
• Operates imaging equipment and enters data into the Radiology Information System, ensuring accurate documentation and charges.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient care

Radiology equipment

RIS/PACS

Education

2 Year Degree

Tools

RIS

PACS

Job description

Job Details: Job Location: CT Scan - Memphis, TN 38103, Position Type: PRN, Education Level: 2 Year Degree, Travel Percentage: None, Job Shift: Any, Job Category: Radiology and Imaging,

Performs computerized tomography scans (CT scans) for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. Performs various technical procedures utilizing independent judgment.

What you will do

• Reviews patient's medical record and physician’s request prior to CT procedure to obtain and record identifying information required for the treatment and patient records. Demonstrates knowledge and skills and maintains competencies required to provide care appropriate to age of the patients served within department.
• Determines proper settings; selects and prepares equipment and supplies as needed for each exam/procedure. Exercises judgment in selecting proper computed setting.
• Performs CT-Scan for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes as ordered by physician, consistent with patient care policies and procedures, demonstrated competencies, and with consideration given to risk management, infection control practices, patient safety practices and departmental activities.
  • Explains procedure to patient/family member in a caring, compassionate, and sensitive manner.
  • Positions and immobilizes patient.
  • Assists in preparing and administering opaque media.
  • Adjusts/operates imaging and other equipment to scan designated portions of the body and set computer controls equipment and camera to produce desired images.
  • Observes patient and equipment during procedure.
  • Reports adverse or any unusual reactions or events.
  • Photographs images and process film/images in accordance with established procedures.
  • Recognizes and corrects technical errors to ensure a clear and accurate scan/image.
  • Practices radiation safety through appropriate use of radiation protection devices and adhering to radiation safety standards to protect patient and staff and to comply with regulatory agencies and requirements.
  • Ensures accurate documentation in performing and processing all procedures in order to capture all charges and other relevant information.
  • Operates the Radiology Information System to enter required test data and patient information, using all appropriate modules with accuracy. Ensures patient information and images are correctly transmitted to PACS system.
• Documents care based on standards of care and practice and/or clinical priorities for documentation (assessment, CT procedure, and patient's response during procedure).
• Responds and/or participates with medical emergencies. Initiates and/or assists with CPR/BLS/ACLS as required.
• Prepares and maintains adequate records of patient files, tape numbers, drug usages and other required rec...