CT Technologist / Weekends Only

Emory•Decatur, GA

7d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist operates CT equipment, power injectors, and other medical equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic scans and perform invasive CT procedures. The role provides quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures, communicates patient needs and responses, prepares patients for procedures using appropriate sterile technique, and ensures complete and accurate documentation of patient care. The technologist is responsible for safe operation of imaging and specialty equipment, stays current on medical-device uses, and takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to x-radiation. The position provides direct care for procedures and patients, helps educate patients and families, and may support research activities. It requires knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology and the ability to provide complex technical care, plan and assist with multiple diagnostic procedures, and support colleagues in recognizing and managing unstable patient situations. The technologist may act as a resource for students and junior technologists, coordinate in the Level IV's absence, and function independently with little supervisory guidance. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a full-time weekend position at Emory Decatur Hospital, working Friday through Sunday, 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m., for 36 hours per week. The posting states that all levels of experience and education will be considered, while also listing minimum qualifications of three years of experience, including one year in CT.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
At minimum, registered with the ARRT.
CPR certification.
At least three years of experience, including one year in CT.
Advanced certification in CT.
Knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
Ability to provide complex technical care and manage patient-care situations.

Responsibilities

Operate CT equipment, power injectors, and other medical equipment to produce diagnostic scans and perform invasive CT procedures.
Provide quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
Communicate patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
Prepare patients for invasive CT procedures using proper sterile technique and ensure patients are prepared for procedures.
Ensure complete and accurate documentation of all aspects of patient care.
Operate imaging and specialty equipment properly and remain current on medical-device uses.
Take precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to x-radiation.
Assume responsibility for and provide direct care for procedures performed in the area, including complex patients.
Assist with patient and family education.
Support or assist in research and related activities, as needed.
Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology to provide complex technical care.
Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in an appropriate time sequence.
Serve as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Coordinate in the Level IV's absence.
Assist colleagues in recognizing, interpreting, and managing unstable patient-care situations.
Function independently with little guidance from a supervisor.
Perform other related duties as required.