PRN CT Technologist - All shifts and days

Lumexa Imaging•Concord, NC

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Charlotte Radiology is hiring a per diem (PRN) CT Technologist to provide patient care for CT scans and X-rays at free-standing emergency department locations in Concord and Huntersville, North Carolina. The position has no guaranteed weekly hours or set schedule and may work up to 24 hours per week. All days and hours are available at a site operating 24/7/365. The technologist examines and verifies patient orders, performs CT and X-ray procedures, completes related paperwork, and monitors patient safety concerning radiation and contrast doses. The role also includes patient-history review, IV placement, administering oral contrast, lab work when needed, supply monitoring, and communication with radiologists, referring physicians, PACS/IT, and equipment engineers as appropriate. Travel may be required, at 0–25%.

Requirements

ARRT registration in CT.
CT experience.
Associate degree in Radiologic Technology.
BLS certification.
Competence with IVs.
Ability to perform procedures according to departmental protocols and standards.
Ability to operate CT scanners, X-ray equipment, IV contrast injectors, and oxygen tanks.
Computer literacy and knowledge of CR programs.
Keep current with local and federal regulations applicable to licensure and role.
Ability to access and review patient history for allergies that could interfere with testing.
Ability to communicate with a radiologist or referring physician when a protocol is needed or a test must be altered.
Positive communication skills.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
Ability to lift the appropriate weight determined by CR (50–75 lbs.).

Responsibilities

Examine and verify patient orders; refer questionable orders to a radiologist before procedures.
Operate CT scanners and X-ray equipment proficiently, as well as contrast injectors.
Complete paperwork and orders, email order requests, and confirm authorizations.
Record patient medical history and correlate test results and other lab data with the exam being performed.
Perform IVs, administer oral contrast, and conduct lab work when needed.
Monitor supplies and the stock room.
Communicate with radiologists to obtain protocols as needed.
Communicate with PACS/IT about imaging distribution when necessary.
Monitor patient safety related to radiation and contrast doses and provide basic patient care.
Inform a radiologist or nurse of changes in a patient's condition when needed.
Report malfunctioning equipment to the radiology engineer.