CT Technologist, Per Diem Weekend Day Shift, Radiology

Adventist HealthCare•Rockville, MD

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Shady Grove Medical Center is seeking an experienced CT Technologist for its CT Department. The role involves embracing the mission to extend God’s care through physical, mental, and spiritual healing. Adventist HealthCare, a faith-based, not-for-profit organization, has over a century of experience caring for communities in Maryland, known for high-quality, compassionate care. It is the largest healthcare provider in Montgomery County, offering a comprehensive approach to community care through three acute-care hospitals (Shady Grove Medical Center, White Oak Medical Center, Fort Washington Medical Center), two Physical Rehabilitation hospitals, Outpatient centers, Imaging Centers, Urgent Cares, Home Care Services, Employer Health Programs, and Physician Networks. The organization is nationally recognized for its Cardiac, OB, Cancer, Stroke, Orthopedic, Rehabilitation, and Mental Health services. With over 6,000 employees, Adventist HealthCare is one of the longest-serving healthcare systems in the Washington, D.C., area, and the largest provider of charity care and community benefit in Montgomery County.

Requirements

High school or GED
Graduate of an AMA/JRCERT Accredited school of Radiography
State of Maryland Radiation Technologist license, ARRT (CT)
Active American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required

Nice To Haves

1 year CT experience preferred

Responsibilities

Perform CT examinations in accordance with the protocols established by the radiologists.
Demonstrate proficiency in operating CT-scanner and all ancillary equipment within CT department.
Assist radiologist and other staff in interventional procedures.
Understand principles and dangers involved in the administration of oral and intravenous contrast.
Identify contraindications to IV contrast administration and recognize symptoms of IV contrast reactions.
Properly identify patients, review orders and select scanning protocols in order to maximize quality and safe patient care in CT.
Accurately perform documentation in all computer systems within CT and Imaging Services pertinent to CT scanning (HIS, RIS, PACS, Telelradiography, image reformatting)
Maximize patient throughput and demonstrates teamwork with coworkers by managing large patient volume including the transport of patients to and/or from CT as necessary.
Provide general patient care as necessary within the CT department.
Assist in orienting and training of new employees and students