CT Technologist - Radiology job in Visalia, CA

Company: Gifted Healthcare
Location: Visalia
Posted on: June 20, 2022

Job Description:

CAT Scan Technologist (CT Tech) Travel Job
The CAT (Computerized Axial Tomography) Scan Technologist is a highly skilled professional who uses specialized x-ray equipment to produce cross-sectional images of the human anatomy. CAT Scan Technologists CT Tech aide radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders. They must demonstrate an understanding of human cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology, and medical terminology and maintain a high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure techniques. As a CT Scan Technologist, you will be supervised by a board-certified radiologist but afforded a great amount of independence and responsibility.
CAT Scan Technologist (CT Tech) Responsibilities:

• CAT Technologist operates CAT scan and sends images to radiologist for interpretation.
  
• Determine and set appropriate technical parameters and position patients so desired anatomy and pathology will be accurately demonstrated.
  
• CT Tech administers contrast material.
  
• Record the patient's medical history before an exam and educate and prepare patients for their examinations.
  
• CAT Scan Technologist compassionately and effectively interacts with the sick or injured and assumes responsibility for the mental and physical comfort of patients as well as their safety.
  
• Act as the primary liaison between patients and radiologists and other members of the support team.
  
• CAT Scan Tech makes recommendations for solving problems of moderate complexity and importance.
  
• Address problems that are varied, requiring analysis or interpretation of the situation using direct observation, knowledge, and skills based on general precedents.
  
• Communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
  
• CT Tech makes decisions that are guided by general instructions and practices requiring some interpretation.
  
• Clean and disinfect patient rooms.

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