CT Technologist / Weekend Days

Emory Healthcare•Atlanta, GA

1h•$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, including preparing patients using proper sterile technique and ensuring they are ready for procedures. The technologist communicates patient needs and responses, completes accurate patient-care documentation, operates imaging and specialty equipment properly, and takes precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff. The position requires knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, provision of complex technical care, and assistance with planning and performing multiple diagnostic procedures in an appropriate sequence. The technologist may help with research and related activities, supports patient and family education, and acts as a resource for students and junior technologists. Other related duties may be assigned. The position is full-time, 36 hours per week, with shifts on Saturday, Sunday, and Wednesday from 7:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. A weekend differential of $15.00 per hour applies to weekend shifts.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Registered with the ARRT at a minimum.
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 for procedures using proper sterile technique and ensure they are appropriately 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 stay informed about the uses of medical devices.
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 to meet identified patient needs.
Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in an appropriate time sequence.
Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Perform other related duties as required.