Xray CT Tech

Job Summary

The xray/ CT tech competently operates in two or more modalities within Riverview Healths Imaging department. The xray/CT tech performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment and responsible for designated areas or procedures as required.

Job Responsibilities

• Communicates with the patient in a professional manner explaining the procedure and addressing patient questions or concerns.
• Positions patients and accurately selects anatomic and technical parameters.
• Implements radiation protection and safety protocols and standards.
• Prepares performs and assists the physician in special and advanced procedures.
• Prepares and administers contrast media and medications within the accepted scope of practice and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Ensures all activities comply with regulatory agency standards.
• Ensures prompt submission of highquality of all images and documents sent to PACS (image quality correct lead markers and patient data/history).
• Assists in maintaining a clean safe and orderly department to include procedure rooms storage areas dressing rooms film storage area and any other areas in department.
• Observes and reports general physical and mental condition of patients for signs and symptoms which may be indicative of change.
• Other duties as assigned including covering clerical administrative duties as needed.

Education Requirements

• Minimum: Graduate of an approved Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT).

Experience Requirements

• Minimum: Diagnostic radiology experience and competent in secondary modality

• Preferred: Additional modality experience

License/Certification Requirements

• State Issued License Yes
• CPR Yes
• ACLS N/A
• PALS N/A
• Type of Specialty Certification or other Licensure if required: American Registry of Radiologic Technology