CT Technologist

Job Summary

Provides computed tomography imaging and patient care services at defined levels to patients.

Job Responsibilities

• Positions patients and selects anatomic and technical parameters accurately.
• Applies As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principle to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Implements radiation protection and safety standards.
• Prepares for and assists the physician in computed tomography procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

Work Experience: No experience required.

Education: Diploma, Associate's degree or higher in Science or related field required upon hire.

• Licensure/Certification/Registration: RT(R) – Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Radiology required upon hire.
• RT(CT) – Registered as a Radiological Technologist in Computed Tomography required upon hire.
• ROC – Radiation Operator Certification in the state of Kentucky required upon hire.
• BLS – Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Organizational Responsibilities

• Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests.
• Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures.
• Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Physical Demands

(Clinical-Hospital) Standing: 75% Walking: 75% Sitting: 50% Lifting 0-25 lbs: 75% Lifting 25-75 lbs: 25% Lifting over 75 lbs: 25% Carrying 0-25 lbs: 75% Carrying 25-75 lbs: 25% Carrying over 75 lbs: 25% Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs: 75% Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs: 75% Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs: 75% Climbing: 50% Bending/Stooping: 75% Kneeling: 50% Crouching/Crawling: 50% Reaching: 75% Talking: 75% Hearing: 75% Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: 25% Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: 75% Keyboard Data Entry: 75% Running: 50% Vision: Depth Perception: 75% Vision: Distinguish Color: 75% Vision: Seeing Far: 75% Vision: Seeing Near: 75% Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk