CT Technologist I - Imaging Department

Advocate Health•Rome, GA

2d•$33 - $50•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist I performs CT examinations and assists radiologists and other medical personnel with imaging services and invasive procedures. The technologist verifies orders, identifies and prepares patients, collects relevant medical history, administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols, evaluates image quality, and ensures exam information and contrast administration are documented appropriately. The role includes basic patient care and emergency response, radiation safety, equipment and work-area upkeep, and adherence to infection-control, fire, and other safety procedures. The position is full time, 36 hours per week, scheduled Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 7 p.m. to 7 a.m. MRI training is available. Weekend Program premium pay is listed as $11.00. A sign-on bonus is available. The listed pay range is $33.05–$49.60.

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 CT registry required within one year of hire.
BLS certification required.
Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies, and to perform tasks involving standing, walking, sitting, stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, or kneeling.
Ability to follow radiation safety guidelines and work safely around potential exposure to bloodborne pathogens, infectious disease, ionizing radiation, moving equipment, hard surfaces, and stairs.

Nice To Haves

MRI training opportunity.

Responsibilities

Examine requests and verify orders for each assigned patient; clarify questionable or discrepant orders with the radiologist or ordering provider before performing the exam.
Identify patients using two identifiers, assist them, explain procedures, prepare them, and document information on the appropriate worksheets.
Interview patients and review inpatient, emergency department, and outpatient electronic medical records to obtain and record pertinent clinical history; 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 and record the contrast type and amount when requested.
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 during code blue procedures.
Perform CT scans and assist the radiologist or physician assistant during invasive procedures, using sterile technique and following bloodborne-pathogen, isolation, and infection-control policies.
Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
Follow radiation safety standards to protect patients, family members, employees, and self.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the appropriate department leaders and clinical engineering or radiology engineering personnel.
Follow hospital fire and safety procedures, attend in-service classes, and complete required safety modules.
Work accurately and promptly during crises and emergencies; rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends; and comply with attendance expectations.
Use the radiology computer system to enter orders and charge for procedures and supplies; document contrast administration in the medication administration record.
Keep the assigned work area neat, orderly, stocked, and clean.
Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, during exams or services performed in conjunction with a CT scan.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus eligibility.
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.
Premium pay may be available for shifts and on-call work.
Incentive pay for select positions.
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.