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Job Description :

Essential Functions

• Verifies orders and patient identity prior to examination, obtains and communicates clinical history.
• Operates computed tomographic equipment and accessories, demonstrating competency in CT techniques and safety procedures.
• Selects and edits scanning protocols to optimize diagnostic value, positions and accommodates patients, and responds to patient distress.
• Evaluates images for technical quality, uses display parameters, and ensures accurate patient identification on all images and CDs.
• Practices radiation protection principles to minimize exposure for patients, self, and others.
• Demonstrates competency in venipuncture, selects veins, and administers contrast media as prescribed.
• Performs diagnostic testing and quality assurance on equipment, reports malfunctions, and coordinates service as needed.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement Graduate of a Committee on Allied Health Education and Accreditation (CAHEA) accredited radiography program or equivalent Experience Requirement 0-2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part-time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted. Certifications & Licensures Basic Life Support (BLS), American Registry of Radiologic Technologists with CT certification RT (R) (CT) (ARRT) in applicable state Working Conditions A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50lbs: 2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25lbs: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10%
• 50% of the time) G.

Repetitive motion:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) H.

Working at heights above 4 feet: 1. Never I.

Working in confined spaces:

2. Occasional ( 50% of the time) P.

Burns:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) Q.

Cuts/Punctures:

3. Intermittent (10%

• 50% of the time) R.

Bloodborne/airborne pathogens:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) S.

Recombinant DNA or viral vectors:

1. Never T.

Combative/violent people:

2. Occasional (< 10% of the time) U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A Physical Demands This position requires regular standing or walking with objects weighing up to 10 pounds; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling of objects weighing up to 50 pounds; intermittent standing or walking with objects weighing up to 25 pounds; intermittent sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods of time; and performing tasks with repetitive motions. Also involves intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials; intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; intermittent exposure to cuts or punctures; regular exposure to radiation; and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste, bloodborne or airborne pathogens, burns, temperature extremes, loud noises, working in confined spaces, and combative or violent people. Occasional job-related travel may also be required.

Additional Job Descriptions N/A Department :

CT Scanner Shift :

Flex (United States of America)

Time Type :

Full time

Address :

2201

Lexington Avenue City, State :

Ashland, Kentucky