Outpatient CT Technologist / Part-Time Weekends

Emory Healthcare•Buford, GA

1d•$40 - $45•Onsite

About The Position

The Outpatient 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 supported throughout their care. The technologist communicates patient needs and responses verbally and in writing, ensures accurate and complete documentation, operates imaging and specialty equipment properly, and takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to x-radiation. The position includes direct responsibility for procedures, patient and family education, knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology, and provision of more complex technical care. The technologist assists with planning and performing multiple diagnostic procedures in the appropriate sequence, may support research activities, and serves as a resource for students and junior technologists. Other related duties may be assigned. This is a part-time weekend position at The Emory Clinic in Buford, with a Saturday-Sunday shift from 6:30 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. for 24 hours. A weekend shift differential of $15.00 per hour is listed.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology.
Registered with the ARRT at a minimum.
CPR certification required.
At least two years of experience, including one year in CT.
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

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 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 for procedures performed in the area.
Provide quality care to patients during procedures.
Assist with patient and family education.
May support or assist in research and related activities.
Demonstrate 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 the appropriate time sequence.
Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
Perform other related duties as required.