
CT Technologist
- Enumclaw, WA
- $42.78-64.56 per hour
- Training
- Full-time
Executes all diagnostic CT studies operating equipment to include, but not limited to General Electric CT scanners, and workstation, Macintosh G3 computer, and associated patient care equipment.
- Follows formal protocols for all work assignments; explains procedure(s) to patient and responds to questions.
- Completes assigned examinations including filming, jacket retrieval and location of old images.
- Performs basic activities in regard to patient care; responds to emergency situations while delivering patient care
- Consults with nursing floor regarding changes in patient's condition; documents in-patient charts with patient care notes and completes incident forms for the time patient is in the CT suite.
- Provides for patient comfort and protection from radiation sources by utilizing appropriate procedures/accessories; consults protocol manual for scanning parameters to ensure unnecessary exposure is reduced and patient dose is kept as low as possible.
- Enters patient data in existing computer database.
- Records applicable exam codes and supplies used on billing sheet.