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UK King’s Daughters Medical Center
Radiographer and CT I, Certified (PRN)
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What they do
A CT Technician or Technologist performs CT (computerized tomography) scans to diagnose medical conditions. Operates equipment used in scans and assists with analyzing the results. Works in healthcare facilities or diagnostic laboratories in collaboration with physicians and other healthcare specialists.
$64,390 / year median in Kentucky
Job Description
At UK King's Daughters, we're not just a healthcare facility — we're a family of dedicated professionals who share a passion for making a meaningful difference in the lives of our patients. We're more than just a place to work; we're a place to grow, thrive, and contribute to our community.
Job Description :
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.
- 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 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.