Cardiac CT Technologist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation • Charlotte, NC

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About The Position

The Cardiac CT Technologist performs CT procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards and operates CT scanners and associated equipment proficiently. Equipment includes scanners, post-processing stations and programs, IV contrast injectors, oxygen and suction equipment, patient transport equipment, and patient monitoring equipment. The technologist manages the exam from its beginning through completion of dictated results and assists radiologists and other medical personnel during CT scans and related procedures.

This is a part-time, as-needed PRN position with a variable schedule. The role rotates shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends. The listed pay range is $42.00 per hour. The position requires working safely in a clinical environment, following radiation and infection-control procedures, and providing appropriate care to patients across different ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs.

Requirements

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency recognized by ARRT in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB certification in Nuclear Medicine, and an advanced ARRT CT registry within one year of hire.
• Current BLS certification.
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles and skills appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
• Ability to meet moderate-to-heavy physical demands, including lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.
• Ability to follow radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.

Responsibilities

• Review exam requests and verify orders for each assigned patient; refer questions to the radiologist and contact the ordering provider when discrepancies are found.
• Identify patients using two identifiers, assist them, explain procedures, prepare them for exams, and document information on appropriate worksheets.
• Interview patients and review medical records to obtain and record relevant clinical history; correlate test results and laboratory data with the exam.
• Manage the exam from its beginning through completion of dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols, record contrast details when requested, and document contrast administration in the MAR.
• Evaluate image quality and consult a radiologist when needed; recognize abnormal anatomy and create additional reconstructed images or measurements as instructed.
• Perform basic patient care, notify nursing personnel of changes in a patient’s condition, initiate life-support measures when necessary, and assist with code blue procedures.
• Perform CT scanning and assist the radiologist or PA during invasive procedures, using proper sterile technique and following bloodborne pathogen, isolation, and infection-control policies.
• Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Follow radiation safety practices and applicable safety procedures; report malfunctioning equipment to department leadership and clinical engineering or the radiology engineer.
• Attend in-service classes and complete required safety modules; perform accurately and promptly during crises and emergencies.
• Rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends, and adhere to the attendance policy.
• Use the radiology computer system to enter orders and charge procedures and supplies.
• Maintain a neat, orderly, clean, and stocked work area.
• Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, when they perform exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Career development programs
• Competitive compensation, premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, and incentive pay for select positions

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree