Role Overview: The CT Technologist I performs advanced imaging procedures to assist physicians in diagnosis and treatment, under supervision. The role involves operating CT scanners, power injectors, and computer systems, ensuring protocol compliance, patient safety, and image quality.
Key Responsibilities:
- Operate various CT systems across multiple locations, following established protocols based on clinical guidelines.
- Accurately acquire CT images, ensuring proper patient preparation, positioning, immobilization, and protective shielding.
- Perform CT interventional procedures and advanced CTA imaging, including specialized studies like TAVR, EVAR, and cardiac imaging.
- Maintain knowledge of pharmacology, physiology, and physics to optimize scan quality, reduce patient dose, and interpret technical factors.
- Monitor dose data during scans and notify when preset levels are exceeded, ensuring patient safety.
Qualifications & Skills:
- Graduate from a Specialty Training Program in radiologic technology.
- Technical expertise in operating CT scanners and related equipment.
- Knowledge of clinical histories, anatomy, and vascular systems.
- Ability to adapt protocols based on patient needs and clinical guidelines.
- Strong understanding of physics, pharmacology, and physiology relevant to imaging.
Work Environment & Values: The role is performed in a clinical setting, emphasizing safety, quality, and patient care. Candidates should align with core values of kindness, excellence, learning, innovation, and safety, contributing to a collaborative and diverse team dedicated to improving health outcomes.