PRN CT Tech - Daytime, weekdays

Charlotte Radiology•Charlotte, NC

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Tech performs patient care for CT scans and X-rays, verifies imaging orders, and completes related paperwork, including lab work and authorization confirmation. The role monitors patient safety in relation to radiation and contrast doses and follows departmental protocols and standards. The position is PRN (per diem), with no guaranteed weekly hours or set schedule and the potential to work up to 23 hours per week. It is primarily daytime work on weekdays at the Ballantyne location in Charlotte, North Carolina. The CT PRN rate is $43.50.

Requirements

CT experience.
Associate degree in Radiologic Technology.
ARRT registration in CT.
BLS certification.
Ability to perform procedures according to departmental protocols and standards.
Computer literacy and knowledge of CR programs.
Must be current with local and federal regulations applicable to licensure and role.
Ability to communicate with the radiologist or referring physician when a protocol is needed or a test must be altered.
Positive communication skills.
Competence with IVs.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift the appropriate weight determined by CR (50–75 lbs.).

Responsibilities

Examine orders and verify imaging requests; refer questionable orders to a radiologist before procedures.
Operate CT equipment, X-ray equipment, and contrast injectors proficiently.
Complete paperwork and orders, including emailing order requests and confirming authorization.
Record medical history on the designated form and review patient history for allergies that could affect testing.
Correlate test results and other laboratory data with the examination being performed.
Perform IVs, administer oral contrast, and conduct lab work as needed.
Monitor supplies and the stock room.
Communicate with radiologists as needed to obtain protocols.
Communicate with PACS or IT as necessary for imaging distribution.
Monitor patient safety related to radiation and contrast doses and provide basic patient care.
Inform the radiologist or nurse of changes in a patient's condition, if needed.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the radiology engineer.