CT Tech-Cert, PRN, Variable Shifts

Prisma Health•Greenville, SC

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Tech-Cert performs procedures involving ionizing radiation and conducts CT scans as directed. The role communicates with physicians and other work-related personnel, follows radiologist-prescribed protocols, and supports safe, timely, and accurate patient imaging. The technologist explains procedures to patients and families, obtains relevant histories and questionnaires, positions and transfers patients appropriately, and uses IV or rectal contrast when indicated. The role also maintains equipment and supplies, documents procedures and charges, verifies and archives studies, assists and trains colleagues and students, responds to emergencies, and performs point-of-care testing and other assigned duties. This is a non-management position reporting to a supervisor, manager, director, or executive. The position is based at Greenville Memorial Hospital in the CT Scan department. The stated work shift is variable.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
ARRT registration and registration in CT.
CPR certification.
SCRQSA certification is required for team members working in South Carolina.
Excellent customer service skills.
Basic computer skills.
Data entry skills.

Nice To Haves

3D imaging experience or skills are preferred.

Responsibilities

Identify patients and procedures, communicate with nursing staff or physicians about patients, and notify nursing when patients require IV sedation or biopsies.
Complete questionnaires for patients aged 12–55 and obtain completed questionnaires, histories, and clinical information from patients, inpatient floors, or physician offices.
Position and transfer patients accurately for CT procedures to demonstrate anatomy with optimal visibility.
Follow CT scanning protocols, use the protocol book as needed, communicate with radiologists about appropriate protocols, and perform procedures as directed by the radiologist.
Complete studies promptly and deliver them for radiologist interpretation; document procedure completion and filming times on the patient board.
Film studies from the imaging workstation, perform 3D imaging and multiplanar reconstruction, archive films, and verify studies before sending them to the archive using the PACS system.
Obtain supplies and prepare the room; keep rooms clean and stocked, ensure linens and supplies are available, and clean tables and trays after each patient.
Use proper technique for IV contrast injection, verify IV function with saline first, and select the appropriate hand or injector method.
Explain CT procedures to patients and family members and inform them of delays.
Train co-workers and students and assist other technologists when not busy in the assigned CT room.
Obtain requisitions and check for appropriate clinical information; charge procedures, supplies, and surgical codes when exams are completed, and add surgical charges when needed.
Document badge-wearing and fluoroscopy time information, complete required procedure forms and contrast forms for patients receiving IV or rectal contrast, and complete CT forms for all patients.
Report equipment problems to the supervisor or in-charge technologist and document confirmation numbers.
Recognize anatomy and pathology related to scans, perform warm-up calibrations as needed, maintain CT department competency, and perform point-of-care testing.
Respond appropriately to codes and other emergency situations.
Perform other duties as assigned.