CT Technologist Atrium Health Cabarrus

Atrium Health • Harrisburg, PA

11d

About The Position

Our mission is to improve health, elevate hope and advance healing - for all. The name Atrium Health allows us to grow beyond our current walls and geographical borders to impact as many lives as possible and deliver solutions that help communities thrive. For more information, please visit atriumhealth.org/about-us . Job Summary Performs procedures in accordance to the departmental protocols and standards in the radiology area. Operates CT Scanners and associated equipment with proficiency. Utilizes laser camera, processors, injectors, O2 and suction equipment.

Requirements

• Graduate from an accredited 2 year AMA and ARRT-approved program in Radiologic Technology required.
• ARRT certification required.
• Registry eligible and must be taken within 1 year of hire date.
• 1 year experience in Diagnostic Radiology or 1 year experience in CT scanning or equivalent applicable experience required.
• BLS HCP certification from AHA required.
• 1 year of direct patient care work experience required.
• Completion of IV starting and contrast administration competencies are required before performing venous contrast administration.

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers any questionable orders to the Radiologist before performing procedure. Contacts ordering physician when there are discrepancies and requests a corrected written order.
• Correlates prior exams, applicable test results, and lab data pertinent to exam being performed. Records medical history on requisition/questionnaire as needed for Radiologist and properly scans documents into HIS.
• Obtains medications, radiopharmaceuticals, or contrast materials as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner, authorized/certified technologist, or registered nurse.
• Verifies the correct patient by checking the patient's identification and validating proof of identity.
• Prepares patient for the procedure and provides necessary instructions.
• Performs basic patient care functions and informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
• Evaluates technical quality of exams, develops and utilizes various techniques for elevated quality and efficiency within the department.
• Differentiates artifacts from anatomical or pathological structures and recognizes imaging abnormalities and performs additional imaging as needed.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees