CT Technologist - PRN (As Needed)

Pinehurst Surgical Clinic, PA; Connecticut; On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled Computed Tomography Technologist to join their team. In this vital role, you will perform diagnostic procedures using advanced CT technology, ensuring patient safety and producing high-quality images. Your responsibilities will include effective communication with medical staff and patients, troubleshooting equipment, and training new team members. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care while working in a supportive and professional environment. If you are passionate about healthcare and ready to advance your career, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Qualifications

• Ensures patient safety and performs high quality CT studies.
• Graduation from a Certified Radiologic Technology program is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Produces high quality diagnostic images and communicates effectively.
• Troubleshoots the scanner and trains new CT Techs.

Skills

Patient Safety

Diagnostic Imaging

Communication Skills

Troubleshooting Equipment

Interpersonal Abilities

Education

High School Diploma

Associate’s Degree

Certified Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

CT Machine

PACS

Job description

Description

SUMMARY

The Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Tech) works under general supervision to perform diagnostic procedures for patients using a CT Machine. Responsible for patient safety and the performance of high quality CT studies. Responsible for ensuring effective communication with customers, including radiologists as necessary.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS

1. Ensures Patient Safety, including pre-screening for contra-indications to radiation and contrast injections, use of aseptic injection techniques
2. Produces high quality diagnostic images
3. Orders supplies and cleans the workspace
4. Effectively communicates with customers, doctors, and/or other staff members
5. Trouble-shoots the scanner, coach and all peripheral equipment (including: monitors, PACS, etc.)
6. Trains new CT Techs and/or support staff
7. Start I.V.’s, administer contrast media as directed and per protocol

This is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not intended to serve as an exhaustive list of all duties, skills, and responsibilities required of personnel so classified.

Requirements

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

1. High School Diploma or equivalent experience
2. Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred
3. Graduation from a Certified Radiologic Technology program
4. Current ARRT(CT)
5. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS

1. Strong interpersonal abilities
2. Excellent telephone skills and etiquette
3. Maintains confidentiality
4. Knowledge of infection control, sterile technique and basic health and safety precautions applicable for work in a clinic setting
5. Use and apply medical terminology appropriately
6. Service orientation
7. Ability to relate sensitively to patients’ needs
8. Well-organized