PRN CT Tech - Daytime, weekdays

Lumexa Imaging•Charlotte, NC

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Charlotte Radiology is hiring a PRN CT Tech to provide patient care for CT scans and X-rays at its Ballantyne location in Charlotte, North Carolina. The position is primarily daytime on weekdays, with no guaranteed weekly hours or set schedule; it may involve up to 23 hours per week. The stated PRN rate is $43.50. The CT Tech reviews and verifies exam orders, performs CT and X-ray procedures, supports patient safety related to radiation and contrast, and completes associated documentation. The role includes recording patient history, correlating relevant lab data with the examination, starting IVs, administering oral contrast, performing lab work when needed, and communicating with radiologists, referring physicians, and technical teams as appropriate. Travel is listed as 0–25%.

Requirements

CT experience.
Associate degree in Radiologic Technology.
ARRT registration in CT.
BLS certification.
Competence with IVs.
Ability to operate CT scanners, X-ray equipment, IV contrast injectors, and O2 tanks.
Computer literacy and knowledge of CR programs.
Ability to access and review patient history for allergies that could interfere with testing.
Ability to communicate with a radiologist or referring physician when a protocol is needed or a test must be altered.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods and lift the appropriate weight determined by Charlotte Radiology (50–75 lbs.).
Positive communication skills.
Ability to perform procedures according to departmental protocols and standards and remain up to date with local and federal regulations applicable to the role.

Responsibilities

Review orders and verify the requested procedure; refer questionable orders to a radiologist before proceeding.
Operate CT scanners and X-ray equipment proficiently.
Operate contrast injectors proficiently.
Complete paperwork, orders, email order requests, and authorization confirmation.
Record patient medical history on the designated form and correlate test results and lab data with the examination.
Perform IVs, administer oral contrast, and perform lab work when needed.
Monitor supplies and the stock room.
Communicate with radiologists about protocols as needed.
Communicate with PACS/IT about imaging distribution when necessary.
Monitor patient safety concerning radiation and contrast dosage.
Perform basic patient-care functions and inform the radiologist or nurse of changes in a patient's condition when needed.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the radiology engineer.
Follow departmental protocols and standards and applicable local and federal regulations.