Job Summary: Deliver top-quality healthcare services by expertly using ionizing radiation to produce diagnostic images for licensed practitioners. This role extends to performing Computed Tomography (CT) and related procedures to generate detailed cross-sectional anatomical images.

Essential Responsibilities:

• Perform CT procedures, ensuring patient clinical history aligns with the exam and documenting accordingly.
• Prepare patients by providing clear instructions to achieve optimal results, ease anxiety, and encourage cooperation.
• Select and follow appropriate exam protocols as directed by Radiologists and established CT policies.
• Position and immobilize patients comfortably to best capture the anatomical area of interest.
• Apply radiation safety principles to minimize exposure for patients, self, and others.
• Verify informed consent and assist licensed practitioners during interventional CT procedures, maintaining aseptic techniques.
• Address both physical and psychological patient needs throughout procedures.
• Perform venipunctures as needed.
• Operate, maintain, and prepare equipment for contrast administration, patient monitoring, and surgical interventions.
• Administer contrast media and medications as prescribed.
• Evaluate image quality and adjust display parameters accordingly.
• Initiate basic life support when necessary.
• Complete all required computer documentation including patient histories and exam charges.
• Educate patients about tests and procedures.
• Maintain assigned areas, report equipment issues, and manage supplies.
• Provide practical instruction to students and 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 aseptic techniques used in CT procedures.
• Recognize anatomical structures using computer-generated imaging systems.
• Utilize 3D workstations for image reformatting and reconstruction.
• Manage imaging media release to authorized parties.

Education and Experience:

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

Licensure and Certifications:

• Certified by the relevant state authority.
• Registered Technologist (R.T. (R)) with ARRT or equivalent in good standing.
• Must hold or obtain CT certification (R.T. (R) (CT)) within two years of employment.

Work Environment: Varied shifts with availability required during evenings and weekends in a regional healthcare setting within the United States.