CT Radiology Technologist - PRN Atrium Health Navicent

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient; Properly identifies and assists patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures; Interviews patients for a complete medical history; 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 and initiates life support measures when necessary; Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures; Practices radiation safety standards; Reports malfunctioning equipment; Operates radiology computer system and documents contrast administration; Maintains assigned work area; Assists other medical personnel when performing exams or services 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 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; May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day; Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation