Job Summary: Deliver top-quality healthcare services professionally by utilizing ionizing radiation for diagnostic imaging, producing images for licensed practitioners' interpretation. This role extends to Computed Tomography (CT) and related procedures to generate cross-sectional anatomical images.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform CT procedures, ensuring patient clinical history aligns with the exam and documenting information for licensed practitioners.
• Prepare patients by providing clear instructions to achieve optimal results, encourage cooperation, and reduce anxiety.
• Select appropriate exam protocols as directed by Radiologists and adhere to approved CT policies and procedures.
• Immobilize patients as needed for accurate examinations while respecting their comfort and abilities.
• Apply radiation protection principles to minimize exposure to patients, self, and others.
• Position patients to best display the anatomical area of interest.
• Verify informed consent and assist licensed practitioners with interventional CT procedures, applying aseptic techniques.
• Address patients' physical and psychological needs during procedures.
• Perform venipunctures as required.
• Prepare, operate, and maintain equipment used for contrast administration, patient monitoring, and surgical interventions.
• Administer contrast media and medications as prescribed by licensed practitioners.
• Evaluate image quality and adjust display parameters accordingly.
• Initiate basic life support when necessary.
• Complete all computer functions related to patient histories, indications, and exam charges.
• Educate patients about tests and procedures.
• Maintain assigned areas, report equipment issues, and ensure cleanliness and supply restocking.
• Provide input on supply decisions and practical instruction to students or healthcare professionals.
• Participate in quality assessment and improvement initiatives, including quality control duties.
• Assist in other departmental areas as needed.
• Maintain knowledge of sterile supplies and techniques for CT procedures.
• Recognize anatomical structures via computer-generated systems.
• Care for patients considering their age and diagnosis with appropriate medical skills and common sense.
• Maintain proficiency with 3D workstations, including image reformatting and reconstruction.
• Manage imaging media release to authorized institutions, patients, or nursing units.

Education and Experience:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an approved School of Radiographic Technology.
• Computer proficiency.
• Experienced radiographer with knowledge to successfully perform CT procedures and basic understanding of cross-sectional anatomy.

Licensure and Certifications:

• Certified by the relevant state authority.
• Registered Technologist (R.T. (R)) ARRT credential in good standing.
• Maintain or obtain CT credential (R.T. (R) (CT)) within two years of employment.

Work shift: 4th shift in a regional healthcare setting within the Midwest United States.