CT Technologist
Core
Operates CT equipment to perform diagnostic imaging procedures including body, head, chest, abdomen, pelvis, and extremity scans.
Role type
CT Technologist
Builds
Diagnostic imaging studies for patient care
Domain
Healthcare / Medical Imaging
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
CT equipment operation, cross-sectional anatomy knowledge, radiation safety, patient positioning, contrast media administration, IV/venipuncture, image post-processing, equipment quality assurance
Preferred skills
None stated
Technologies
CT scanners, Radiology Information System (RIS)
Responsibilities
Operate CT equipment for various diagnostic procedures; obtain medical history and verify requisitions; position patients and adjust scanning factors; administer contrast media; post-process and label images; maintain records and enter data into RIS; perform equipment quality assurance tests and calibration; transport patients and assist with positioning.
Seniority
Entry-level, hands-on IC