CT Technologist I SE

Advocate Health • Concord, NC

5d • $33 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist I performs CT examinations and supports patients throughout the procedure, from reviewing orders and obtaining relevant medical history through exam completion and documentation. The role includes preparing patients, explaining procedures, administering IV contrast according to departmental protocols, evaluating image quality, and coordinating with radiologists and ordering providers as needed.

The technologist performs basic patient care, assists with invasive procedures and medical emergencies, follows sterile technique and infection-control requirements, and applies radiation-safety practices. The position also involves operating the radiology computer system, documenting contrast administration, reporting equipment malfunctions, and maintaining a clean, stocked work area. The role requires working accurately during time-critical situations and rotating shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends.

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 required.
• Demonstrate knowledge of growth and development principles and skills appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Responsibilities

• Review examination requests and verify orders; consult the Radiologist or ordering provider about questions or discrepancies before performing an exam.
• Identify patients using two identifiers, assist them, explain procedures, prepare them for examinations, and document information on appropriate worksheets.
• Interview patients and review medical records to obtain and document pertinent clinical history; correlate other test results and laboratory data with the exam.
• Assume responsibility for the examination from its beginning 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 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 scanning and assist the Radiologist or PA during invasive procedures, using proper sterile technique and following bloodborne pathogen, isolation, and infection-control policies.
• Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Apply radiation-safety practices to protect self, employees, patients, and family members.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to appropriate department leaders and engineering personnel, 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 during crises and emergencies; rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends, and comply with 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, clean, and fully stocked.
• Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, when they perform exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

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 and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program
• Premium pay such as shift and on-call pay, based on the teammate's role
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual performance-based increases

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree