| Job Title |
Special Procedures Technologist, Ct Scan |
| Job Description |
Operates Computed Tomography (ct) Scanner To Produce
Cross-sectional Radiographs Of Patient's Body For Diagnostic
Purposes: Positions And Immobilizes Patient On Examining Table,
Using Supportive Devices To Obtain Precise Patient Position And
Following Protocols Specified By Radiologist (medical Ser.)
070.101-090. Administers Contrast Media Orally Or Assists
Physician In Intravenous Administration. Enters Data, Such As
Type Of Scan Requested, Slice Thickness, Scan Time, And Other
Technical Data Into Computer, Using Knowledge Of Radiologic
Technology And Computed Tomography. Starts Ct Scanner To Scan
Designated Anatomical Area Of Patient. Talks To Patient Over
Intercom System And Observes Patient Through Window Of Control
Room To Monitor Patient Safety And Comfort. Views Images Of
Organs Or Tissue On Video Display Screen To Ensure Quality Of
Pictures. Starts Camera To Produce Radiographs. Evaluates
Radiographs, Video Tape, And Computer Generated Information For
Technical Quality.
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