CT Technologist

13h13 hours ago

Hillsboro Medical Center

Hillsboro, US · Full-time · $94,880 – $139,460

About this role

The CT Technologist works under the direction of a board-certified radiologist and is directly responsible for the optimal completion of all procedures utilizing a computed tomography scanner. This role may involve assignment to various hospital or clinic locations based on departmental needs.

The technologist operates equipment producing ionizing radiation and performs quality control functions in CT in association with the department quality control program. Daily work includes assisting physicians, maintaining patient logs, and ensuring appropriate supply levels are sustained.

Care is provided appropriate to the age of patients served including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients based on principles of growth and development. The technologist transports patients, assists in scheduling, and supports moderate sedation cases as required.

Additional duties include keeping abreast of new techniques through continuing education and mentoring Medical Imaging students during rotations. A high standard of medical ethics is exhibited while caring for patients in the CT suite.

Requirements

Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).
CT registry at hire or valid Oregon Board of Medical Imaging (OBMI) Temporary Computed Tomography (CT) License required at hire with CT registry required within one year.
American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.
Working knowledge of cross sectional anatomy and radiology information system.
Demonstrated skills in caring for mental, infant, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
Working knowledge of PACS, ordering and charging of procedures.

Responsibilities

Operates equipment producing ionizing radiation under direct supervision of a physician.
Performs quality control functions in CT in association with department quality control program.
Assists physicians as necessary and provides care for moderate sedation patients.
Provides care appropriate to the age of patients served including pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Maintains a log of all patients, procedures, complications and path file.
Maintains appropriate supply levels and transports patients as necessary.
Assists in patient scheduling and participates in scheduled staff meetings.
Mentors Medical Imaging students during rotations and clinicals.