CT Scan Technologist

*Brown University Health - Rhode Island Hospital, Providence Rhode Island**CT Scan Technologist**Work Schedule: *Full-time, 40 hours, 9p-7:30a Sunday, Monday, Thursday, Friday with holiday obligation*Position Summary:*Under general supervision of CT Scan Manager and Lead CT Scan Technologist but according to established procedures, operates a CT scanner and related equipment in order to produce radiographs of any designated anatomical area. Collects and completes records on patient data and equipment operation. Provides assistance to patients and Radiologists. Solves minor equipment problems. Performs calibration tests and other quality control functions on equipment and notifies service personnel as required.*Responsibilities:*· Operates CT scanner by performing the following procedures:· Checks and tests calibration of the equipment, to ensure that it is operating properly.· Energizes gantry, image processor, and x-ray power supply in proper sequences.· Loads program discs and tapes onto equipment.· Positions patient and equipment· Selects width and thickness of tomography slice, scan speed, and number of scans and table incrementation.· Using computer commands in proper sequence to perform scans.· Collects and completes computerized and manual records on patient data such as patient history number, image number and type of examination. Assigns and verifies appropriate charge code.· Screens patient for proper diet preparation, drug and food sensitivity, and pregnancy by questioning patients and whenever possible, reviewing medical referrals and medical records in order to avoid possible adverse reactions to treatment.· Prepares hypodermic supplies and administers contrast medium and saline to patients.· Monitors patients and equipment during scan process for any changes in condition.· Processes and develops films.· Performs specialized non-routine computer functions as required to assist in diagnosis, including but not limiting to: 2D, 3D, 4D, MIP, VRE, and SSD images.· Analyzes equipment problems and malfunctions and makes minor equipment repairs and adjustments. Obtains telephone direction of services engineer to make equipment adjustments. Arranges for maintenance of service personnel as required.· Maintains records such as calibration results for quality control, service reports, equipment notices, installation reports. Incident reports, utilization statistics, and equipment performance standards.· Provides in-service education for students and staff technologists and maintains appropriate records.· May perform the function of a staff Radiologic Technologist as required.· Procedure technologists will remain proficient in special procedures, including but not limited to: biopsy, drainage, ablations (Cryogenic, RF, Microwave).*Qualifications: *· Two years of formal training in an approved School of Radiologic Technology required, plus registration through the American Registry for Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)· Must hold a current CPR certification from AHA, BLS for Healthcare Providers· Must have a current valid RI state radiation license and CT supplemental license from the DOH_*Brown University Health is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, ethnicity, sexual orientation, ancestry, genetics, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran or marital status. Brown University Health is a VEVRAA Federal Contractor.*_Job Type: Full-timeBenefits:* 401(k)* Dental insurance* Health insurance* Life insurance* Paid time off* Vision insuranceWork Location: In person

Created: 2024-11-15