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0-5 years of experience
As a staff technologist at night I ran the CT department independently and efficiently at a level 1 trauma center/stroke center.
- Skilled in CT Angiography to include CT brain perfusion and TAVR Studies
- Assisted the Radiologist with biopsies, drainages, cryo ablations, and chest tube placement
- Familiarized myself with TeraRecon to assist Radiologists when needed
- Stocked supplies, maintained cleanliness, and quality assurance of scanners
- Also completed office tasks for physicians when requested
- Trained in IDS7 PACS and Meditech
0-5 years of experience
Performed localization procedures, diagnostic x-ray, and computed tomography imaging scans, under the direction of a Radiation Oncologist. Managed STAT requests; followed up to ensure radiologists responded accordingly to physicians. Inserted IVs, injected IV contrast. Managed patient reactions to IV and oral contrast. Managed scheduling, precertifications, reporting, inventory control/ordering, and medical records. Maintained patient confidentiality, in compliance with HIPAA and corporate policies. Cross-trained to work in other areas during downtime. Promoted from CT Technologist.
- Established and maintained ACR accreditation of 2 CT machines. Ensured both CT machines and 1 x-ray machine met Ohio and Joint Commission standards. Passed all surveys/inspections. Set up/programmed diagnostic CT unit and CT treatment planning scanner. Performed routine maintenance and minor repairs; coordinated preventative maintenance and repairs with clinical engineering teams to ensure quality and prevent downtime. ” she is the ‘go-to’ person when it comes to any issues on either CT machine.” Performance Review
- Contributed to performance improvement activities that increased staff productivity in order to manage 25% more patients with no additional staff. Examples: (1) Wrote an x-ray procedures manual. (2) Cross-trained colleagues. Developed and presented in-services. Trained manager in CT, x-ray technologist in x-ray procedures, and therapist in contrast injections and documentation.
- Improved quality and service. Examples: (1) Created a questionnaire and form to remind patients of medication restrictions at home following IV contrast. Reduced patient confusion and potential errors. (2) Devised a more efficient way to submit RIS information to Radiology; reduced wait time for reports from 7 days to 24 hours. (3) Reorganized CT room to improve ergonomic efficiency; set up new CT room when a 2nd CT scanner was added.
- Collaborated with oncology physicians and researchers in protocol development for clinical research patients.
6-10 years of experience
- Developed low-dose protocols, which reduced radiation exposure to patients by approximately 50%.
- Collaborated with radiologists in developing CT perfusion protocols for use in stroke victims.
- Selected by upper management to receive applications training on Toshiba Aquilion 64-slice CT scanner in Irvine, CA and train department’s technologists on its use.
- Trained other technologists in use of new GE LightSpeed VCT scanner in medical center’s adjoining Children’s Hospital.
- Operated equipment safely and maintained A.L.A.R.A. standards while performing all types of procedures.
6-10 years of experience
Received patients into the department, explained procedures and screened for history and proper preparations.
- Performed routine scans as per ordering physician in compliance with department guidelines, started IVs and administered contrast injections.
- Created and continually updated protocol manuals within the guidelines set by the radiologists.
- Cross-trained new staff members.
- Maintained detailed QA records and successfully submitted ACR accreditation applications and films for two consecutive certifications.
6-10 years of experience
Managed the overnight shift of the CT department, averaging 4 patients nightly.
- Demonstrated intimate knowledge of equipment operation, sectional anatomy, and patient safety requirements to earn advanced registry credentials.
- Won numerous awards for effective patient management and quantifiable contributions to the success of the department, including for outstanding patient care and for helping fulfill department budget goals.
- Guided personnel in the optimal use of teleradiology and PAC systems as well as Meditech software.
- Administered intravenous/oral contrast solutions and fitted patients with intravenous catheters.
- Performed a QA phantom scan each week on the 64 and 16 slice General Electric CT scanners, completing measurements for contrast resolution, noise, and other technical data.
0-5 years of experience
Performed various Emergency, Trauma, and Routine CT exam protocols with iodinated contrast
- Edited, Corrected, and Advised Providers to ensure the patient was receiving the correct exam facilitating high standards of Patient Safety
- Developed and coordinated teams to work non-daytime hospital shifts to include weekends and holidays with a 100% shift coverage through a 2 year period
- Reviewed CT exams for Quality Management with minimal supervision
6-10 years of experience
Ensured smooth, efficient patient, and customer encounters while maintained a high standard of excellence.
- Balanced the administrative and the delivery of health care services by the needs of the patients, personal, and customers in the most cost-effective manner.
- Displayed effective excellence in interpersonal and decision-making skills, both verbally and in writing.
- Hired, trained, scheduled, and managed staff.
- Ensured equipment, staffing, and facility in compliance with regulatory agencies.
0-5 years of experience
Performed diagnostic CT exams, including CT Angiography
- Completed 3D Reformations
- Served a diverse caseload including children, adolescents, adults and geriatric patients
- Managed 8 to 10 procedures per shift, while maintaining high quality of care
- Using information provided, offer recommendations for excellent patient care
- Prepared and submitted application and materials for ACR accreditation
0-5 years of experience
Operated and oversaw operation of Diagnostic and CT Scan equipment to produce photographs of the body for diagnostic purposes
- Administered oral and injected contrast media to patients
- Explained procedures and observed patients to ensure safety and comfort during scan
- Demonstrated new equipment, procedures, and techniques and provided technical assistance to staff
0-5 years of experience
Performed high quality CT scans with GE Bright Speed and Siemens equipment, utilizing a vast array of protocols with proper technical parameters
- Analyzed patients’ medical history, screening them for contrast contraindications
- Educated patients/families regarding the procedure and treatment to be performed
- Demonstrated competence in the setup and acquisition of prescribed C.T. procedures in accordance with established departmental/hospital policies and procedures
- Provided excellent patient care
0-5 years of experience
Operated computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes.
- Demonstrated competence in the setup and acquisition of prescribed CT procedures in accordance with department/hospital policies and procedures.
- Talked with patient to get history, explain routine procedures, and address concerns.
- Positioned and immobilized patient on examining table, using supportive devices to obtain precise
- Effectively performed CT procedures on trauma patients to obtain diagnostic images.
0-5 years of experience
Evaluated the quality of images, procedures, and services
- Performed quality PET/CT exams on patients in a solo setting as well as with peers throughout Texas.
- Ensured cost effective operations and value to the customers.
- Adhered to site specific policy and procedures.
- Participated in the Alzheimer’s Disease Neuroimaging Initiative (ADNI) by scanning selected patients using the strict research protocol and quality standards.
- Assisted certain radiation oncology sites with simulation setup and scans to ensure quality treatment positions.
6-10 years of experience
Perform and evaluate x-rays and computed tomography studies to determine if images are optimal for diagnostic purposes.
- Care for patients that range from Neonatal to Geriatrics, Inpatients, Outpatients, and Emergency Room.
- Operate mobile x-ray equipment and C-arms in operating room, emergency rooms, or at patient’s bedside.
- Determine patients’ x-ray/CT needs by reading requests or instructions from physicians.
- Hospital became a Level II Trauma center January 2010. Have trained and mastered new procedures, exam methods, and trauma protocols.
- Prepare and administer oral and injectable contrast media to patients, and monitor patient condition and reactions to contrast media.
- Exercise professional judgment in my performance of service and maintain a high demeanor of medical ethics.
- Operate high technology CT Systems (GE 64 ad 16 slice units) and CR x-ray units.
0-5 years of experience
Charged with opening a free standing radiation oncology, Siteman Cancer Center South County
- Delivered radiation therapy plans using a Varian TrueBeam, Trilogy, 21X and 21ex
- Developed and implemented radiation oncology treatment policies and procedures such as: Acculoc, Calypso, Align RT, 4D gating, and stereotactic body radiation therapy.
- Implemented the radiation oncologist prescription precisely to the tumor or disease tissue, while minimizing dose to unaffected tissue
- Localized tumor and treatment area using Phillip’s’ big bore CT simulator
- Perform diagnosed CT for medical oncology follow-up patients
- Weekly Chart Checks
- Recorded and verified quality assurance procedures, dosage, shift, and other relevant detail information in patient’s record
- Supervised and trained radiation therapy students in the practical aspects of radiation therapy
0-5 years of experience
- organized staff schedules and work flows that increased patient throughput by19% while reducing overtime costs
- coordinated and assisted new satellite imaging center openings
- collaborated on preparing department budgets, supply orders and capital equipment purchases
- trained, oriented and supervised front desk and imaging staff new hires
- assisted with marketing and developing customer relationships with referring physicians and their support staff
- responsible for imaging equipment maintenance and quality control
- routine PET/CT technologist duties
0-5 years of experience
- Screened all CT patients prior to their exams for medical history, appropriate preparations, possible contraindications, etc.
- Performed routine scans as per the ordering physician in compliance with department guidelines
- Created and continually updated protocol manuals within the guidelines set by the Chief Radiologist
- Cross-trained all new staff members
- Maintained detailed QA records (daily, monthly, and semi-annually) for routine inspections
- Successfully submitted ACR accreditation applications and films as per specific guidelines for two consecutive certifications
0-5 years of experience
Performed quality diagnostic CT examination.
- Talked with the patients to get history, explained routine procedure, and address concerned
- Positioned and immobilized patients on examining table, using supportive devices to obtain precise patients position and followed protocols specified by radiologist.
- Administered contrast media and evaluated patients.
- Assisted in CT guided needle biopsy
6-10 years of experience
Performed all aspect of preparing patients for and performing PET/CT and CT examinations
- IV placement for administration of IV contrast and/or IV isotope injection
- Produce and maintain accurate and confidential patient records
- Produce top quality patient images
- Developed outpatient oral contrast administration policy
- Streamlined patient through-put
- Maintained and updated CT Protocol Manuel
- Performed DEXA examinations
0-5 years of experience
Job duties that included performing CT procedures on a Toshiba 64 slice, Siemens 40 slice, fixed/ portable/mobile Radiography, OR procedures (C-arm).
- Efficiently perform on average 10 to 50 procedures on inpatients, outpatients and Emergency patients per shift, while maintaining a high quality of patient care.
- Interpret data and provide recommendations for optimal patient care.
- Excellent Team/Work member with a role model attitude.
- Handle stressful situations with a positive attitude.
- Assists staff Physicians and Nurses with onsite PACS technical related issues.
0-5 years of experience
- Operated a multi-detector computed tomography scanner i.e. GE, Siemens performing a variety of CT imaging procedures.
- Administered contrast materials, prepared and operated CAT Scan equipment while correctly positioning the patient for successful image capturing and transferring diagnostic quality images to PACS for interpretation.
- Adhered to prescribed protocols required to perform procedures retaining data logs of materials used by entering information into computer.
- Monitored patients during procedures and reported complications or unusual events.
0-5 years of experience
Performed diagnostic radiographic examinations in the ER and outpatient clinic using GE equipment
- Performed vascular and interventional CT procedures on GE equipment
- Adhered to department policies and protocols ensuring all examinations are optimized for interpretation
- Explained procedure to patients/families and answer any questions to ease anxiety and patient cooperation
- Verified patient’s insurance coverage and authorization
0-5 years of experience
Efficiently handled inpatients, outpatients and emergency patients
- Scheduled inpatients exams and made sure that patients were properly prepped
- Worked closely with inpatient nurse staff and doctors to coordinate inpatients exams
- Performed and assisted Radiologists during biopsies and other radiology procedures
- Good rapport with Radiologists and other Physicians
6-10 years of experience
Perform quality patient care including: Utilization of contrast power injector, IV placement, port injections, pre-medications for contrast allergies, and after-care instructions.
- Assist Radiologists with CT guided biopsies, drainage procedures, and radio frequency ablations.
- Independently identify necessary adjustments to scanning protocols.
- Knowledge of and ability to troubleshoot Toshiba Aquilion 64 Slice and 4 Slice, Philips 16 Slice and 4 Slice.
- Proficient in image acquisition and quality assurance.
0-5 years of experience
Responsible for working 16 hour shifts on weekends and performing all necessary CT exams. This shift required majority of CT exams to be performed on critical patients being treated in the Emergency Department
- Responsible for post processing after acquiring CT images, sending exams through PACS and completing exams in electronic patient charting
- Also required to keep exam rooms stocked and clean
- Worked personally with patients to acquire medical history and deliver quality patient care
- Obtained my CT registry in 2010
0-5 years of experience
Perform Electron Beam CT scans in an Out-Patient setting
- Trained technologist within the Lifetest Organization
- Responsible for Quality Assurance and Troubleshooting equipment problems
- Performed Calcium Scoring of the Heart, Electron Beam Angiography, Full Body preventative scans, Lung screening scans, and Virtual Colonography.
- Utilized workstation for reviewing and reconstructing data in a 3D mode
- Worked with Cardiologists and Radiologists to coordinate the interpretations of the scans in a timely manner
- Provided great customer service to our patients and our referring physicians.
0-5 years of experience
Preparation and performing x-rays utilizing film, CR, and DR for stationary and portable systems
- Performing of specialized x-rays for multiple physicians
- Preparation, maintenance, and care of x-ray equipment
- Assist Radiologist with various fluoroscopy studies
- Preparation and performing x-rays using C-arm, fluoroscopy, tomography, and portables in hospital and clinic settings
- Preparation of clients for x-ray, ultrasound, CT, MRI, and DEXA
0-5 years of experience
Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures
- Evalute CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label
- Load and operate Power Injectors for contrast media administration
- assist Radiologist with interventional CT procedures
- Position patients for CT Scan using Immobilization and protection equipment as necessary
- Dose patients with Oral contrast (Tomocat or Omnipaque) when necessary
- Maintain accurate patient records for all procedures performed; maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to all HIPAA standards
- Scanners used are 64 slice Philips Briliance, 64 slice toshiba Aquilion
0-5 years of experience
- Completed all diagnostic radiologic procedures in the Radiology Department
- Performed all duties as a CT Technologist
- Performed CT scans, X-Ray imaging, portable radiography, Fluoroscopic procedures, and C-arm Fluoroscopy
- Served an assorted caseload including infants, children, adults, and geriatric patients
- Experienced with Phillips Brilliance 6 Slice System, Fuji CR Systems, and CPSI
0-5 years of experience
- Work in an inpatient, outpatient and Emergency department setting performing CT exams including angiography, cardiac, guided biopsies, and 3D imaging.
- ARRT Registered Radiologic Technologist RT(R)(CT) 12/2009
- Massachusetts state licensed
- Certified in venipuncture
- Trained on Siemens Definition and Somatom Senation 16 slice
- Experience in Carestream RIS/PACS system
CT Technologist Duties and Responsibilities
While a CT technologist’s day-to-day duties and responsibilities are determined by where they work, there are many core tasks associated with the role. Based on our analysis of job listings, these include:
Prepare Patients for Computed Tomography Procedures CT technologists prepare patients for procedures by providing clear instructions and answering questions to reduce anxiety. They select the appropriate program for desired results. Part of a CT tehnologist’s job is positioning a patient to scan the area of interest according to their ability and comfort. They immobilize patients as required.
Operate Computed Tomography Equipment The essential task of a CT technologist is operating computed tomography equipment and accessories. They perform tube warm-ups and calibrations daily. CT technologists apply principles of radiation protection during exams to minimize unnecessary exposure.
Provide Direct Patient Care CT technologists are responsible for providing healthcare services to patients while maintaining a relaxed atmosphere. They transport patients to and from their respective X-ray department, follow sterilization procedures, and use caution when in direct contact with patients. Occasionally, CT technologists handle hazardous materials and must ensure that there is no patient cross-contamination.
Sterilize X-Ray Equipment and Perform Maintenance Sterilizing and cleaning radiologic equipment are additional responsibilities of CT technologists. They perform aseptic techniques according to established standards of care and infection control. They are responsible for making sure all equipment is safe for use and free of any unhealthy bacteria.
Implement Continuous Improvement Procedures CT technologists also perform continuous quality improvement. They collect data, conduct patient surveys, and cooperate with quality assurance teams. CT technologists evaluate the technical quality of their exams and use different techniques to elevate this quality. They also collaborate with other parties to resolve image quality issues.
CT Technologist Skills and Qualifications
CT technologists have personable demeanors and a strong understanding of anatomy and computerized tomography. Employers seek candidates with an official radiologic technician certification, graduation from an accredited program, and one year of experience. The following skills are essential getting the job done:
- CT scanning – technologists need a strong understanding of the procedures and protocols involved in CT scanning
- Physical fitness – CT technicians are on their feet for long periods of time and must also move heavy equipment
- Interpersonal skills – technologists must quickly build relationships with patients to make patient exams as smooth as possible
- Experience providing basic life support – CT technologists are required to initiate life support actions when needed
- Math skills – these technicians often calculate figures for and apply basic algebraic concepts to their procedures
- Problem-solving skills – solving practical problems and dealing with a variety of challenges during procedures are essential skills for CT technologists
- Familiarity with sterilization techniques – technologists practice aseptic cleaning techniques to prevent bacterial contamination of their equipment
- Communication skills – CT technologists regularly communicate with staff, physicians, and patients both verbally and in writing
CT Technologist Education and Training
To be gainfully employed, CT technologists must have a high school diploma and graduate from an accredited radiology program. Some employers offer additional on-the-job training, but all require that a credential from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification be obtained by within the first few months of employment.
CT Technologist Salary and Outlook
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS), the median annual salary for (including CT technologists) is $58,440. The lowest 10 percent earn less than $39,840; the highest 10 percent earn more than $84,110. Industry employment for CT technologists is expected to grow 12 percent through 2026. The BLS notes that this is faster than average for all occupations. As the general population continues to age, the demand for diagnostic imaging will increase.
Helpful Resources
We searched the web to find the best industry resources to help you continue exploring a career as a CT technologist. From thought leaders to industry groups, this list is packed with opportunities to learn, connect, and engage:
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – as the official licensing organization for aspiring professionals within the industry, ARRT offers registration credentials to help you stand out and land your first position
American Heart Association – AHA is a health organization offering the Basic Life Support certification that many employers require
Computed Tomography for Technologists: A Comprehensive Text – this all-in-one book will help you develop the knowledge and decision-making skills needed for clinical practice while preparing you to take the ARRT registry exam
Computed Tomography for Technologists: Exam Review – this book provides questions, examples, and a mock exam to help you pass the ARRT general radiography and computer tomography exams
Becoming a Radiologic Technologist – read this book to review the best radiology schools and explore this career’s many pathways
Step-by-Step CT Scan – discover the ever-growing field of computed tomography using computer analysis. This handy pocket book also provides the information needed to manage a CT scan process
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