CT Technologist (Fri, Sat, Sun 11a-11p)

Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

About The Position

Performs diagnostic-quality imaging procedures for the patient care population and participates as a member of the multidisciplinary team. Proactively supports safe patient care and services and promotes a safe environment at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta. The position works Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM. A sign-on bonus incentive is included.

Requirements

Successful completion of an American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)-approved educational program.
Successful completion of an accredited Computed Tomography (CT) program and eligibility for the ARRT CT credential.
ARRT Radiography (R) credential.
CT credential required no later than 12 months after hire; failure to complete it within that period may result in separation from the role, up to and including termination.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 30 days of employment.
Good communication skills.
Excellent interpersonal and patient management skills.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree.
Experience in pediatrics.

Responsibilities

Operate modality-specific technical equipment for patient-care imaging, image processing, transmission, archiving, and computerized electronic medical records.
Update electronic medical records, including order entry, exam scheduling and check-in, beginning and ending exams, exam verification and merging, and image rejection.
Ensure accurate billing for radiology procedures.
Provide radiologists and physicians with patient history relevant to the exam and obtain informed consent.
Assist radiologists, as required, with administration of contrast media and/or radioisotopes during exams.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, sedation/anesthesia personnel, and other staff to support safe patient outcomes.
Participate in department and modality-specific quality improvement initiatives, including ACR accreditation.
Perform radiologic examinations using appropriate standardized protocols and evaluate image quality before sending images to the picture archiving and communication system for radiologist interpretation.
Demonstrate age-specific competencies and include family or caregivers in patient care, providing education appropriate to the learning needs of patients and families.
Use critical thinking to make decisions that support desired outcomes and organizational and department goals, following hospital and departmental policies and demonstrating service excellence.
Complete required system and department education, including mandatory CBTs and annual competencies.