**Primary Function/General Purpose of Position**

The CT Technologist applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment in a way that provides direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. The CT Technologist assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.

**Essential Job Functions**

• Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.

• Performs computed tomography procedures.

• Performs timeout as required per policy.

• Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and properly immobilizes patients with appropriate devices to obtain desired position.

• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per physician request and patient history.

• Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of use and care of existing IVs, administers oral, ...