CT Technologist / Weekend Nights

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

3d•$37 - $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 direct, quality patient care during diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures, prepares patients using proper sterile technique, and ensures patients are prepared for procedures. The technologist communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence and ensures complete, accurate documentation of patient care. Responsibilities include proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment, keeping current with medical-device uses, and taking precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff. The role requires knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology and the ability to provide complex technical care, plan and assist with multiple diagnostic procedures in sequence, and support patient and family education. The technologist may assist with research and related activities and serves as a resource for students and junior technologists. This is a full-time weekend night position at Winship at Emory Midtown, scheduled Friday through Sunday, 7:00 p.m. to 7:30 a.m., for 36 hours per week. A weekend shift differential of an additional $15 per hour is stated.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
At minimum, registered with the ARRT.
CPR certification.
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 is preferred.

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 using proper sterile technique and ensure they are prepared for procedures.
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 for procedures performed in the area.
Provide quality care to patients during procedures.
Assist with patient and family education.
Support or assist in research and related activities as needed.
Apply 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 the appropriate time sequence.
Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Perform other related duties as required.