Under the general direction of a Radiologist or a Physician, the CAT Technologist performs CAT Scan examinations on in-patients and out-patients. Processes and critiques radiographic images, produce scans, monitors the CAT Scanner and performs other job related duties as assigned. Practices infection control and adheres to radiation safety measures.

Typical Duties

• Prepares and sets up all equipment necessary for CAT Scanning examinations.
• Explains procedures to the patient and assures the safety and comfort throughout CAT Scanning procedures.
• Sends images to PAC's system. Enters patients in hospital R.I.S. (Cerner).
• Sets the appropriate scanning data on equipment such as milliamperage, exposing time, slice thickness, cradle increment, orientation (HF, FF, VFF, VFH), scan fields, target factors, algorithm.
• Obtains images of excellent diagnostic quality appropriate for the patient's medical problem.
• Ensures that slices are of acceptable quality and assists with infusion if necessary.
• Performs quality assurance tests daily and documents time.
• Orders necessary supplies and maintains an adequate inventory.
• Maintains daily log sheets with patient's initials, nature of examination, area examined, and type of protective devices used.
• Assists in teaching CAT Scanning procedures to residents, technicians and students.
• May initiate IV's for administration of contrast media.