About this opportunity
Geisinger lists this CT Technologist - Per Diem opportunity in tunkhannock, Pennsylvania. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Summary
Computed Tomography (CT) Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A CT technologist performs computed tomography and molecular imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis, interpretation, and the performance of interventional and therapeutic procedures at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. CT Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of computed tomography. CT technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.
Job Duties
* Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
* Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
* Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
* Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or
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