CT / XR Technologist

Day shift / no holiday / no weekends / no call

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* JOB SUMMARY + Enhances patient care through the use of ionizing radiation in an effort to contribute to the diagnosis and treatment plan for all patients requiring computed tomographic and X-ray imaging procedures at Good Shepherd Rehabilitation Network. * ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS + CLINICAL KNOWLEDGE

- Knowledge of computed tomographic and X-ray examinations including procedures that require the use and risks of IV contrast media. - Understanding of cross sectional anatomy in the 3 primary planes of imaging, transverse, coronal and sagittal. - Capable of adjusting or manipulating scan protocols for CT based upon the patients’ diagnosis in an effort to increase the effectiveness of the imaging procedure. + EQUIPMENT OPERATION AND SAFETY

- Knowledge of advanced imaging equipment operation in CT and principles of radiation safety. - Evaluates each patient’s safety prior to the start of the exam and maintain ALARA. + CLINICAL ASSESSMENT

• Knowledge of individual patient needs as specifically related to the ordered procedure.
• Able to assess imaging requirements based upon the patient’s diagnosis, clinical history and physical limitations.
• Ensures all safety pre-cautionary measures are taken prior to performing a procedure.
• Able to educate patient on the use and risks of IV contrast and record the patient’s acknowledgement of the education in the medical record.
• This includes assessing the patients’ cognitive ability to sustain the imaging procedure, assessing laboratory values prior to contrast administration and providing instructions for the ongoing management of a metformin based drug following the administration of iodinated contrast intravenously.
• When indicated.
• It also includes identifying any clinical condition which may preclude the administration of oral and / or intravenous contrast a...