Travel CT Radiology Technologist

Job Description

Job Details

• Performs computerized axial tomography procedures and assigned invasive procedures by acquiring and processing patient exams in accordance with accrediting bodies and / or manufacturer guidelines and as outlined in department protocols.
• Includes performing multiplanar reformats and / or 3D rendered images independently.
• Reviews cases with the radiologist when appropriate.
• Reviews labs and patient history to perform correct exam.
• Administers IV contrast, and oral / rectal contrast when appropriate.
• Recognizes and responds to any adverse reactions or allergic reactions.
• Screens the patient for possibility of pregnancy and performs pregnancy testing if applicable.
• Ensures patient, visitor and environmental safety.
• Reports safety events immediately including those that are a near miss.
• Assists in instruction of students and new staff as necessary.
• May perform duties of CT Lead or Imaging Coordinator in his / her absence.
• Meets productivity levels as established by department benchmarking.
• Assists other areas during downtimes to maintain productivity.
• May be required to perform duties of other modalities within the department to which licensures are held by the technologist / sonographer.
• Complies with other job descriptions of cross-trained modalities also performed within the department.
• Required secondary registries are not required for cross trained modalities at HRHC unless otherwise required by specific compliance, licensure, or accrediting bodies.
• Administers IV contrast material by means of existing IV line or by performing veni-puncture and placing IV line.
• Responsible to review radiology orders for completeness and accuracy.
• Reviews patient history and supporting clinical data for medical necessity.
• Takes steps to acquire additional information if needed from the patient, ordering provider and / or Radiologist.
• Demonstrates acceptable imaging quality standards by critiquing positioning, technical factors and alignment.
• Reviews patient data for accuracy, quality and completeness.
• Transfers and verifies image data in PACS and provides necessary medical history and information for Radiologist interpretation.
• Utilizes the web server / EA viewer and email system to send exams for preliminary readings after hours.
• Responsible for maintaining imaging equipment and workplace environment including maintaining supply inventories and orderliness of work area.
• Recognizes malfunctions and service needs and reports service needs in a timely manner.