CT Technologist PRN - Atrium Health Mountain Island

Performs procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. Operates CT Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency. This equipment includes scanner, post processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring equipment. Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Properly identifies and assists patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets. Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results. Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Performs basic patient care functions. Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures. Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members. Reports malfunctioning equipment. Operates radiology computer system. Maintains assigned work area. Assists other medical personnel.

Responsibilities

Performs procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards; Operates CT Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency; Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient; Properly identify and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures; Interviews patients for a complete medical history; Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results; Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols; Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed; Performs basic patient care functions; Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures; Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members; Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer precautions; Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies; Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion; Assists other medical personnel

Requirements

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology; ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine and advanced registry from the ARRT in CT within one year of hire required; BLS required; Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development; Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served; Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies; Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation; Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the CT department; May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment; Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program; Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job; Incentive pay for select positions; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance