CT Technologist / Outpatient

Emory Healthcare•Decatur, GA

22h•$40 - $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 quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures, prepares patients using proper sterile technique, and ensures patients are ready for procedures and receive appropriate care during them. The technologist communicates patient needs and responses through verbal and written correspondence and ensures documentation is complete and accurate. The role includes safe operation of imaging and specialty equipment, keeping current with medical device uses, and taking precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to x-radiation. The technologist provides direct care for procedures, assists with patient and family education, and may support research and related activities. The position requires knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology and the ability to provide complex technical care, plan and assist with multiple diagnostic procedures in an appropriate sequence, and act as a resource for students and junior technologists. Other related duties may be assigned. All levels of experience and education will be considered for this posting.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
At a minimum, registered with the ARRT.
At least two years of experience, including one year in CT.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association.
Ability to meet the stated physical demands, including lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying objects up to 25 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Advanced certification in CT.

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 during procedures.
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 an appropriate time sequence.
Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Perform other related duties as required.