CT/DX Technologist

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Charlotte, NC

19h•Onsite

About The Position

The CT/DX Technologist is responsible for examining requests and verifying orders on each assigned patient. They refer and question orders to the Radiologist before performing exams and contact the ordering provider for discrepancies. The technologist properly identifies patients using two identifiers, assists them, and offers a brief explanation of the procedures. They prepare patients for procedures with a full explanation, document on appropriate worksheets, and interview patients for complete medical history. The role involves reviewing in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMRs to obtain pertinent clinical history and recording it on requisitions. They correlate other test results and laboratory data with the exam being performed and assume responsibility for the exam from beginning to completion of dictated results. The technologist prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols, records contrast type and amount upon request, and evaluates the technical quality of images, consulting with a Radiologist if needed. They recognize abnormal anatomy and process additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed. Basic patient care functions are performed, and appropriate nursing personnel are informed of any changes in the patient’s condition. Life support measures are initiated when necessary, and assistance is provided during "code blue" procedures. The technologist performs CT scanning and assists the Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures, practicing proper sterile technique and adhering to bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies. They are authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner. Radiation safety principles are practiced for self, employees, patients, and family members, and appropriate radiation safety standards are followed. Malfunctioning equipment is reported to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer. Knowledge and skills are maintained to work safely in an environment with potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease. Hospital fire and safety procedures are adhered to, and all in-service classes and required safety modules are completed. Work is performed accurately and timely, even in crisis and emergency situations. Shifts are rotated as required, including call back, holidays, and weekends. The Atrium Health attendance policy is followed by being punctual and taking measures to prevent absences. The radiology computer system is operated for order entry and charging procedures/supplies, and contrast administration is documented in the MAR. The assigned work area is maintained in a neat and orderly fashion, kept stocked, and cleaned to promote workplace cleanliness. Assistance is provided to other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, 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.
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 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.

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.
Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist 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.
Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history.
Records medical history on requisitions.
Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.
Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
On request, records contrast type and amount.
Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
Performs basic patient care functions.
Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition.
Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures.
Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.
Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.
Follows appropriate radiation safety standards.
Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer precautions.
Maintains knowledge and skills to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.
Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.
Performs work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations where time is critical.
Rotates shifts as required including call back, holidays, and weekends.
Adheres to the Atrium Health attendance policy by being punctual and taking measures to prevent absences.
Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies.
Documents contrast administration in the MAR.
Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion.
Keeps area completely stocked.
Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.
Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Benefits

Comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs
Competitive compensation
Generous retirement offerings
Programs that invest in your career development
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