CT Technologist: Precision Imaging & Patient Care

UofL Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UofL Health is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT scans following established protocols within the Diagnostic Imaging Department. The role requires accurate patient positioning, knowledge of anatomy and safety practices, and the ability to assist radiologists with complex examinations, including contrast administration.

Responsibilities include educating patients, maintaining equipment proficiency, and adhering to state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a JRC approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• Registered with ARRT.
• KY Radiation Operators certification.
• BLS.
• CT Certification preferred at time of hire but required within 1 year of employment.

Responsibilities

• Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information pertinent to the examination being performed, including correct patient identification and order verification.
• Assess patient to determine and develop an action plan for completing the procedure.
• Performs pre and post exam patient education pertinent to exam being performed.
• Produces CT scans according to established protocols within the Diagnostic Imaging Department with a high degree of accuracy.
• Evaluates finished images/series for technical accuracy and diagnostic quality.
• Demonstrates good radiation safety practices during radiographic examinations to include use of correct FOV, lead shields as appropriate, and determining pregnancy status of women of childbearing years.
• Performs venipuncture and contrast injections in accordance with department and hospital guidelines.
• Ensures examinations are complete to include and exam logged in computer system.
• Instructs Radiologic Technology students in the CT Scan positioning and technique.
• Attends and participates in department staff meetings and in-services.
• Assists in training new personnel in hospital and department procedures.
• Takes an active role in gaining and maintaining proficiency in hospital and radiology equipment and information systems needed in performance of job responsibilities.
• Uses appropriate customer relations skills to ensure that customer expectations are met including flexibility in scheduled hours.
• Assist in quality improvement programs in the department.
• Maintains appropriate credentials and certification related to clinical practice and ensures a current copy is on file in the department/hospital.
• Ensures that assigned areas are kept clean, neat, and orderly.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Radiology procedures

Patient positioning

Safety procedures

Education

JRC approved Radiologic Technology program

ARRT registered

KY Radiation Operators certification

BLS

CT Certification within 1 year

Job description

UofL Health is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT scans following established protocols within the Diagnostic Imaging Department. The role requires accurate patient positioning, knowledge of anatomy and safety practices, and the ability to assist radiologists with complex examinations, including contrast administration.

Responsibilities include educating patients, maintaining equipment proficiency, and adhering to state and federal regulations.