CT TECHNOLOGIST

Job Title

CT Technologist

Job Description

To operate CT scanners, obtaining diagnostic images of specified body part as requested. The technologist must be able to produce quality images to present to the radiologist for interpretation and able to function independently with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

Communication/Customer Service Responsibility:

• Greets patient by introducing self and asking patient to verify their name and birthdate.
• Takes pertinent patient history. Reviews order for procedure and any other documentation, current medications, allergy information and completed questionnaire.
• Explain procedure to the patient and solicits questions to assure understanding.
• Is proactive in anticipating needs of the patient, keeps patient and family informed of delays, answers questions and responds appropriately to concerns following up on issues or contacting someone who can.