CT Technologist I

Advocate Health and Hospitals Corporation•Wake Forest, NC

8d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist performs CT examinations and assists radiologists and other medical personnel with imaging-related procedures. The role includes verifying orders, preparing and identifying patients, collecting relevant medical history, preparing and administering IV contrast under departmental protocols, evaluating image quality, and documenting procedures and contrast administration. The technologist provides basic patient care, responds to emergencies, follows radiation-safety and infection-control practices, and maintains equipment, supplies, and a clean work area. The position is based at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, and is scheduled Friday through Sunday, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. It is full-time at 36 hours per week and is eligible for a sign-on bonus, subject to eligibility requirements.

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.
Advanced ARRT registry in CT required within one year of hire.
BLS certification required.
Demonstrated knowledge of principles of growth and development and skills appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Responsibilities

Examine requests and verify orders for each assigned patient; refer questions or discrepancies to the radiologist or ordering provider before performing an exam.
Identify patients using two identifiers, assist them, explain procedures, prepare them, and document information on appropriate worksheets.
Interview patients and review inpatient, emergency department, and outpatient medical records to obtain pertinent clinical history; record history on requisitions and correlate test results and laboratory data with the exam.
Assume responsibility for the exam from its beginning through completion of dictated results.
Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols, record contrast type and amount when requested, and document contrast administration in the MAR.
Evaluate image quality, consult a radiologist when needed, recognize abnormal anatomy, and process additional or reconstructed images and measurements as instructed.
Perform basic patient care, notify nursing personnel of changes in patient condition, initiate life-support measures when necessary, and assist with code blue procedures.
Perform CT scans and assist a radiologist or PA during invasive procedures; use proper sterile technique and follow bloodborne pathogen, isolation, and infection-control policies.
Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
Follow radiation-safety standards and precautions for patients, family members, employees, and self.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the department director, manager, or supervisor and to clinical engineering or the radiology engineer.
Maintain knowledge and skills for safely working around bloodborne pathogens and infectious diseases; follow hospital fire and safety procedures and complete required safety training.
Work accurately and promptly during crises and emergencies; rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends.
Follow the attendance policy by being punctual and taking measures to prevent absences.
Operate the radiology computer system to enter orders and charge procedures and supplies.
Keep the assigned work area neat, stocked, and clean.
Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.
Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development and the skills appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Benefits

$15,000 sign-on bonus, or $10,000 for new graduates, subject to eligibility requirements.
Weekend premium pay.
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.
Potential premium pay for shifts, on-call work, and other eligible circumstances.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.