CT Tech PRN in Richlands, VA at Clinch Valley Medical Center

Job Description

The CT Technologist is a highly skilled professional who uses specialized computerized equipment to produce cross sectional images of the human anatomy which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders.

Duties:

• Providing immobilization devices as required and correctly positioning and transferring patients.
• Administers oral contrast media and performs intravenous contrast administration, including acquiring IV access when necessary.
• Views cross-sectional images on viewer display screen to ensure quality of images as they are acquired.  Films images and develops film by automatic processing.
• Provides radiation exposure protection to patient, staff, etc. in accordance with prescribed safety standards.
• Responsible for delegated areas in performance of CT special procedures.
• Maintains adequate records as directed, secures and returns supplies and maintains orderliness and cleanliness.
• Cooperates with all personnel in proper conduct of the department.
• Assists in performing CPR.  CPR certification is required.
• Responsible for transporting patient to and from their CT scan when needed.
• Responsible for assisting  with oncology treatment plan patients.
• Responsible for restoring previous scans and/or pulling previous studies and reports.