CT Technologist I
About The Position
The CT Technologist I performs CT examinations and assists radiologists and other medical personnel with imaging procedures, including invasive procedures. The role involves verifying orders, identifying and preparing patients, collecting relevant medical history, administering IV contrast according to 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 and work areas. This full-time role is based at Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, in the Emergency Department CT department. The schedule is Friday through Sunday, nights, 6:30 p.m. to 7:00 a.m., for 36 hours per week. Weekend premium pay applies. The position is eligible for a $15,000 sign-on bonus, or $10,000 for new graduates, 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 for Nuclear Medicine.
- Advanced ARRT registry in CT required within one year of hire.
- BLS certification required.
Responsibilities
- Examine requests and verify orders for assigned patients; question orders with the Radiologist and contact the ordering provider about discrepancies.
- Identify patients using two identifiers, explain procedures, prepare patients, and document information on appropriate worksheets.
- Interview patients and review medical records to obtain and record relevant clinical history; correlate test results and laboratory data with the examination.
- Assume responsibility for the examination from its start through completion of dictated results.
- Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols and record contrast type and amount when requested.
- Evaluate image quality, consult a Radiologist when needed, recognize abnormal anatomy, and process additional reconstructed images or measurements as instructed.
- Perform basic patient care, report changes in patient condition to nursing personnel, initiate life-support measures when necessary, and assist with code blue procedures.
- Perform CT scanning and assist the Radiologist or PA during invasive procedures, using proper sterile technique and following bloodborne pathogen, isolation, and infection-control procedures.
- Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
- Follow radiation-safety standards for self, employees, patients, and family members.
- Report malfunctioning equipment and maintain the knowledge and skills needed to work safely around bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
- Follow hospital fire and safety procedures, attend in-service classes, and complete required safety modules.
- Work accurately and promptly in crisis and emergency situations; rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends; and follow attendance expectations.
- Operate the radiology computer system to enter orders and charge procedures and supplies; document contrast administration in the MAR.
- Keep the assigned work area neat, orderly, clean, and stocked.
- Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, with exams or services performed in conjunction with a CT scan.
- Demonstrate knowledge and skills appropriate to the growth, development, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
Benefits
- 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
- Financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
- Shift, on-call, and other premium pay may apply
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
- $15,000 sign-on bonus ($10,000 for new graduates), subject to eligibility requirements
- Weekend premium pay
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
