Job Summary:

Under the general supervision of the Director of Diagnostic Imaging and according to established policies and procedures, the Computerized Tomography Technologist will perform all required diagnostic computerized axial tomography (CAT) scanning procedures with knowledge of all pertinent technical and academic areas to produce consistent, high-quality examinations.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Responsible for training back-up CAT technologists and student radiologic technologists, and for the everyday activities of the CAT department.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Performs all required diagnostic CAT scanning procedures. Assembles the X-ray film, CAT scans, and other necessary diagnostic information in its proper order for the physicians interpretation. Monitors the condition of patients in the department and assists the radiologist or other physicians in performing needed medical attention.
• Performs clerical work related to the obtaining of previous reports, X-ray films, etc. Registers patients and ensures that the proper information is recorded in the daily log books.
• Maintains the CAT scanning equipment. Cleans and maintains the CAT room. Checks and maintains emergency equipment in the scanning suite.
• Recognizes and initiates treatment of allergic reactions and notifies the responsible physician. Reports any hazardous conditions or equipment breakdowns to the responsible supervisor.
• Takes emergency calls after normal operating hours on a rotating basis with other CAT technologists.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Possesses a skilled level and working knowledge of CAT scanning technology with specific references to cross-sectional anatomy, medical and surgical disease, and scientific principles as applied to CAT scanning.
• Demonstrates ingenuity and initiative with various technical procedures and equipment operation on an individual patient basis to provide the highest-quality examination with the diagnostic equipment available.
• Demonstrates skill and knowledge to identify disease abnormalities and physiological processes while performing the CAT scans with initiative to obtain additional scans, views, or extremely technical factors to provide maximum information for the radiologist to make an accurate diagnosis.
• Must be competent to instruct fellow CAT technologists in the art of CAT scanning.

Education and Experience:

• Registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Associate's degree in a related field.
• At least one year of experience as a radiologic technologist.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.
• Work generally does not involve occupational risk; however, failure to follow established procedures and safety practices could result in minor injury, e.g., minor cuts, needle punctures, bruises from falls on slippery floors, or back injuries sustained while assisting in moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials.