CT Scan Technologist - per diem
Company: Guthrie
Location: Cortland
Posted on: January 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Position Summary: The computerized tomography
technologist, under the direction of a radiologist and supervisor,
with minimum supervision, must maintain the daily function of the
Computerized Axial Tomography department. Perform a variety of
technical procedures, including the control of ionizing radiation
producing equipment for radiological diagnosis. Education, License
& Cert: Associates degree with additional skills training
(certification). Two years. ARRT(R) Certification required;
Advanced certification (ARRT)(CT) preferred. Experience: Minimum of
one year. It is recommended that the technologist have experience
in CT and/or other subspecialty area. Essential Functions: A.
Performs CT procedures a. Initiate the scanning procedure at the
proper anatomical level. b. Checks prescription/request,
provisional diagnosis, hospital chart and patient identification.
c. Explains the procedure to the patient, means of communication
during scan and procedure to follow, if emergency arises during
scanning procedure. d. Advises the patient of the possibility
and/or necessity of an intravenous contrast injection and the
precautions or contra indications involved with such an injection.
e. Prepares room and equipment according to anatomical area to be
scanned, per request and history. f. Selects correct computer
protocol and initiate scan maintaining visual and/or audible
communication with the patient during the scanning procedure. g.
Operates Electronic Health record, scan equipment, contrast
injectors and PACs systems B. Performs patient care in CT area a.
Transfers the patient safely to the scanner couch, being especially
cognizant of catheters, intravenous bottles, respiration aids,
areas of recent trauma and patient level of consciousness or mental
state. b. Immobilizes, packs and centers patient to scanner gantry
at appropriate anatomical level. c. Prepares medium and patient for
intravenous injection of contrast material in amount prescribed by
radiologist. d. Monitors patient's condition during and post
injection and must be aware of reaction and/or distress signals
associated with the injection of contrast materials. e. Approaches
and solicits the cooperation of the patient, seeking assistance as
needed. Monitors scanner systems for program errors, correction of
same or notification of repair facility. Other Duties: A. Prepares
appropriate images and other material to be sent to referring
physicians. B. Monitors scan equipment in order to avoid equipment
failure. C. Performs "warm up" of scanner, including daily QA
procedures D. Observes all appropriate radiation safety measures
for patients and personnel. E. Complete understanding of the
functionality of the EPIC and PACs computer systems as it relates
to your area. Salary Min$28.89 Max$45.78
Keywords: Guthrie, Syracuse , CT Scan Technologist - per diem, Healthcare , Cortland, New York
