The incumbent in this position is responsible for performing diagnostic imaging services in the specialty of Computed Tomography. The technologist is responsible for the safe operation of a variety of equipment to produce images of the patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. The technologist is responsible for providing exposure in the modality of Computed Tomography to the Radiologic Technologist program students and may provide instruction to interns. Interviews patients, explains procedures, performs venipuncture and assists in positioning the patient for procedures. Reviews test results with radiologists/referring physicians.

Essential Job Functions

General Duties:
•Calibrates equipment and review general maintenance needs.
•Performs clinical assessment and computed tomography exams as ordered by referring provider. This includes patient interview, explanation of procedure and process.
•Appropriately positioning of patient as needed for exam study
•Review patient history and previous imaging studies (as applicable). Discuss and clarify potential imaging parameters with supervising Radiologist, as needed.
•Performs ordered CT exam using appropriate scan protocol, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data as applicable.
•Analyzes exams, synthesizes CT information, medical history, and utilizes independent judgement to ensure quality diagnostic study performed.
•Communication with Radiologist to bring attention or clarify if any further imaging sequences are needed.
•Maintains CT scan images and documentation in accordance with Billings Clinic policies, procedures, and standards.
•Assists in coordination of scheduling, transportation, and scanning of patients.
•Ability and level of comfort in working with all age populations.
•Works with In-patient, Emergency, Trauma, and Out-patient patient types.
•Complies and maintains with general organizational as well as department/modality specific training requirements of the position.
•Potential responsibility in providing coverage in additional imaging modalities that are allowed as needed for facility operational needs covered within licensure (Ex: Diagnostic Radiology, Mammography, MRI)
•Maintains competency in all organizational, departmental, outside agency environmental, employee or patient safety standards relevant to job performance.
•On-call Responsibility as needed for operational coverage/support.