CT Technologist

Full-time CT Technologist position in the Radiology: Xray department at Atrium Health Anson, Wadesboro, NC. Scheduled Monday to Thursday, 12p-9p, with 36 hours per week. Benefits eligible.

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient, referring and questioning orders to the Radiologist before performing exam; Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies; Identifies patients using two patient identifiers, assists patients and explains procedures; Prepares patients for procedures and documents on appropriate worksheets; Interviews patients for medical history, reviews EMRs and records history on requisitions; Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed; Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning until completion of dictated results; Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols and records contrast type and amount; Evaluates technical quality of images, consults with Radiologist if needed, recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes additional images and measurements as instructed; Performs basic patient care functions, informs nursing personnel of changes in patient condition, initiates life support measures when necessary and assists in code blue procedures; Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures following sterile technique and infection control policies; Obtains medication or contrast material as directed by a licensed practitioner; Practices radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members; Reports malfunctioning equipment to department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering; Adheres to hospital fire and safety procedures, attends in-service classes and completes required safety modules; Performs work accurately and timely in crisis and emergency situations; Rotates shifts as required including call back, holidays and weekends; Operates radiology computer system, enters orders, charges procedures/supplies and documents contrast administration in the MAR; Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion and keeps it stocked; Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams in conjunction with a CT scan

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; advanced registry from the ARRT in CT within one year of hire; BLS required; Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development; Demonstrates skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served; Ability to perform moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies

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; Opportunity for annual increases based on performance; Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay; Incentive pay for select positions