CT Technologist / Nights

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

1d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist operates CT equipment, power injectors, and other medical equipment to produce scans for diagnostic and invasive procedures. The role provides quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures, including preparing patients with proper sterile technique and ensuring they are ready for procedures. The technologist communicates patient needs and responses, completes accurate patient-care documentation, and takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to X-radiation. The position is responsible for the proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment and staying informed about medical-device uses. It provides direct care during procedures, supports patient and family education, and may assist with research and related activities. The technologist demonstrates knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, provides complex technical care, helps plan and perform multiple diagnostic procedures in sequence, and serves as a resource for students and junior technologists. Other related duties may be required. This is a full-time position at Emory Decatur Hospital, scheduled Monday through Thursday, 9:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., for 40 hours per week. Emory Healthcare describes its workplace as supportive, with professional mentorship and leadership programs.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
At minimum, registered with the ARRT.
At least two years of experience, including one year in CT.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification in CT.

Responsibilities

Operate CT equipment, power injectors, and other medical equipment to produce scans for diagnostic and invasive procedures.
Provide quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
Prepare patients for procedures using proper sterile technique and ensure they are prepared.
Communicate patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
Ensure documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
Operate imaging and specialty equipment properly and keep abreast of medical-device uses.
Take precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to X-radiation.
Assume responsibility for and provide direct care during procedures.
Provide quality care to patients during procedures.
Assist with patient and family education.
Support or assist in research and related activities as needed.
Demonstrate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
Provide complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs.
Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.
Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Perform other related duties as required.