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LifePoint Health CT Scan Tech PRN in Gallatin, Tennessee
Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
Reports to: Director Diagnostic Services and Imaging Supervisor
Reviews patient history and physician's orders. Drag Edit Delete
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation. Drag Edit Delete
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice. Drag Edit Delete
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate. Drag Edit Delete
Prepares equipment and supplies. Drag Edit Delete
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment. Drag Edit Delete
Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary. Drag Edit Delete
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s). Drag Edit Delete
Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results. Drag Edit Delete
Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure. Drag Edit Delete
Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Minimum Education Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program - Required Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action. Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from an approved American Heart Association or American Red Cross training center must be obtained within 90 days of employment, if not current upon hire Drag Edit Delete
Required Skills Licenses: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R) (CT). Registry Eligible New Hire; Cross-training staff or Transfer staff who are registered ARRT technologists will be considered and must acquire valid CT registration within 12 months of hire or transfer date. Drag Edit Delete
Minimum Work Experience Six (6) months experience performing CT procedures
Job: *Radiology/Imaging Services
Organization: **
Title: CT Scan Tech PRN
Location: Tennessee-Gallatin
Requisition ID: 7457-12162
