CT Technician – PRN

Position Summary

The CT Technologist is responsible for performing high-quality computed tomography (CT) examinations in an outpatient imaging setting. This position ensures patient safety, comfort, and satisfaction while producing diagnostic-quality images in accordance with physician orders, established imaging protocols, and applicable regulatory requirements. The CT Technologist works closely with radiologists, referring providers, and other healthcare professionals to support accurate diagnosis and efficient patient care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Perform CT examinations according to physician orders and established imaging protocols.
• Verify patient identification, confirm examination orders, and review relevant medical history before scanning.
• Screen patients for allergies, prior contrast reactions, relevant medical conditions, and other factors affecting examination safety.
• Assess renal function and review required laboratory results before contrast administration, following facility protocols and applicable guidelines.
• Explain procedures to patients and provide appropriate instructions regarding positioning, breath-holding, and examination preparation.
• Operate CT scanners to obtain diagnostic-quality images using appropriate scanning techniques and protocols.
• Select imaging parameters and protocols based on the examination, patient condition, and radiologist’s instructions.
• Monitor patients during and after contrast administration and respond promptly to adverse reactions or medical emergencies.
• Apply radiation safety principles, including dose optimization and ALARA practices, to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure.
• Review images for technical quality, completeness, and appropriate anatomical coverage before submitting studies for interpretation.
• Communicate with radiologists regarding protocol questions, technical concerns, and urgent findings in accordance with established procedures.
• Document examinations, contrast administration, patient assessments, and relevant clinical information accurately in the EMR, RIS, and PACS.
• Maintain accurate records of contrast usage and comply with applicable medication and contrast safety procedures.
• Follow infection prevention, patient identification, HIPAA, and quality assurance requirements.
• Maintain equipment cleanliness and report equipment malfunctions, safety concerns, or quality issues promptly.
• Maintain required certifications, continuing education, and competency requirements.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.