CT Technologist- Imaging Department

Advocate Health • Cedartown, GA

2d • $33 - $50 • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist works in the Radiology department and performs CT scans, assists with invasive procedures, and provides patient care throughout the examination. The role includes verifying exam requests, confirming patient identity, obtaining medical histories, preparing patients, administering IV contrast according to departmental protocols, and evaluating image quality. The technologist documents procedures and contrast administration, operates the radiology computer system, maintains a clean and stocked work area, and follows radiation, infection-control, and other safety procedures.

The position requires accurate and timely work, including during emergencies. The technologist may assist with life-support measures and code blue procedures, coordinate with radiologists and other medical personnel, and rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends. The schedule is three 12-hour shifts, totaling 36 hours per week.

Requirements

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency recognized by ARRT in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB certification in Nuclear Medicine.
• Advanced ARRT registry in CT within one year of hire.
• Current BLS certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of growth and development principles and competency appropriate to the ages, cultures, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.
• Ability to meet the physical demands of lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies; standing, walking, sitting, stretching, bending, twisting, squatting, or kneeling as needed.

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders for assigned patients; refer questionable orders to a radiologist and contact the ordering provider about discrepancies.
• Identify patients using two identifiers, assist them, explain procedures, prepare them for examinations, and document information on appropriate worksheets.
• Interview patients and review medical records to obtain and document relevant clinical history; correlate test results and laboratory data with the examination.
• Assume responsibility for the examination from its start through completion of dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols and document the type and amount when requested.
• Evaluate image quality, consult a radiologist when needed, recognize abnormal anatomy, and process additional or reconstructed images and measurements as instructed.
• Perform basic patient-care functions, report changes in patient condition to nursing personnel, initiate life-support measures when necessary, and assist with code blue procedures.
• Perform CT scans and assist radiologists or physician assistants during invasive procedures, using sterile technique and following bloodborne-pathogen, isolation, and infection-control policies.
• Obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Follow radiation safety standards for patients, staff, family members, and self.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to department leadership and clinical engineering or the radiology engineer.
• Follow hospital fire and safety procedures, attend in-service classes, and complete required safety modules.
• Work accurately and promptly during emergencies; rotate shifts as required, including callback, holidays, and weekends, and follow the attendance policy.
• Operate the radiology computer system to enter orders and charge for procedures and supplies; document contrast administration in the MAR.
• Keep the assigned work area neat, clean, and fully stocked.
• Assist other medical personnel, including anesthesia, when they perform exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Benefits

• Paid time off programs
• Medical, dental, vision, life, and short- and long-term disability benefits
• Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational assistance program
• Sign-on bonus eligibility

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree