CT Technologist- Full time Evenings

Cape Fear Valley Health

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist performs all CT procedures within the CT Section of Radiology to support the diagnosis and treatment of specified diseases or conditions. The role includes caring for and interacting with patients across all age groups, from neonatal and newborn patients through adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients. The technologist assesses patients, reviews orders and laboratory results, completes the required data sheet, and communicates with the Radiologist about the procedure and relevant information. They prepare patients for procedures, answer questions or direct questions to the Radiologist, record exam start and end times in the Radiology Information System (RIS), and ensure a safe environment for imaging, including radiation exposure, contrast administration, and infection control. The technologist also checks exams for accuracy and completeness before sending them to the Radiologist and supports department quality and patient satisfaction goals. This is a full-time evening-shift position at Central Harnett Hospital in Lillington, North Carolina. The role requires an associate degree, ARRT certification, and AHA CPR certification. Advanced CT Registry certification is required within one year of hire. One year of experience caring for patients across age groups is preferred.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
ARRT certification required.
Advanced CT Registry required within one year of hire date.
American Heart Association (AHA) CPR certification required.
Knowledge of growth and development and the range of treatment needed for all age groups.
Ability to communicate orally.
Manual dexterity and visual acuity.
Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations.
Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time.
Ability to bend and lift 100 pounds and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds.
The position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material.

Nice To Haves

One year of experience treating, caring for, and interacting with patients of all ages, including neonatal, newborn, adolescent, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.

Responsibilities

Perform all procedures designed within the CT Section of Radiology.
Provide competent and efficient care and interaction with patients of all ages, including neonatal, newborn, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients.
Assess patients, review charts for orders and laboratory results, complete the data sheet, and communicate with the Radiologist about the procedure’s availability and reason.
Prepare patients for procedures, answer questions, or direct questions to the Radiologist.
Promptly and accurately record exam start and end times in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to studies by the Radiologist.
Maintain a safe environment, including following requirements for radiation exposure, contrast administration, and infection control and Universal Precautions.
Maintain guest relations with patients, visitors, hospital staff, and medical staff, including use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, and Thank You).
Monitor exam timeliness and quality of care against department goals and strive for continuous quality improvement.
Perform quality assurance checks of exams, including order correctness, complete and accurate image annotation, correct laterality, and correct presentation state, before sending exams to the Radiologist for interpretation.
Support patient satisfaction goals by providing quality care, explaining procedures, and completing procedures in a timely manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.