Rad Tech - CAT Scan Unit

JOB SUMMARY
Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepares equipment and supplies.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and
repeating procedure.
Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
I understand that it is my responsibility to know, understand and adhere to the following:
Our Mission and Vision
Code of Conduct
LifePoint Core Values
Personal Appearance Standards

Qualifications - External

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
X□ Graduate of a Program in Discipline □ Preferred X□ Required
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.
Certifications:

X□ Basic Life Support (BLS) X□CT Certification Preferred
Radiation Operator License with the Kentucky Board of Imaging, ARRT- (R)

JOB SUMMARY
Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepares equipment and supplies.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and
repeating procedure.
Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
NONESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Review and comply with LifePoint Code of Conduct and all relevant Company and Division policies and procedures.

ORGANIZATIONAL EXPECTATIONS
I understand that it is my responsibility to know, understand and adhere to the following:
Our Mission and Vision
Code of Conduct
LifePoint Core Values
Personal Appearance Standards

Qualifications - External

JOB REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Education
X□ Graduate of a Program in Discipline □ Preferred X□ Required
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.
Certifications:

X□ Basic Life Support (BLS) X□CT Certification Preferred
Radiation Operator License with the Kentucky Board of Imaging, ARRT- (R)