CT Technologist, 3rd shift Weekends, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

About the role

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.

Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical history on requisitions.

Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.

Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.

Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures. Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies. Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.

Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards.

Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.

Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.

Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.

Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies.

Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.

Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
• Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam.
• Contacting ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
• Interviews patients for a complete medical history.
• Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history.
• Records medical history on requisitions.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
• Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
• Performs basic patient care functions.
• Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition.
• Aids in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
• Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures.
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols.
• On request, records contrast type and amount.
• Performs basic patient care functions.
• Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
• Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures.
• Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
• Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members.
• Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
• Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures.
• Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.
• Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.
• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Requirements

• Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine and advanced registry from the ARRT in CT within one year of hire required.
• BLS required.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development.
• Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Skills

• Knowledge of departmental protocols and standards.
• Proficiency in operating CT scanners and associated equipment.

Benefits

Day 1 Health Coverage: Choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options with coverage starting on your first day of work.

Generous PTO: Accrual starts at 25 days/year, to be used for vacations, sickness, holidays, and personal matters.

Retail Retirement: Up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.

Paid Time Off programs.

Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability.

Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.

Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.

Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.

Education Assistance Program.

Pay

$33.05 - $49.60

Schedule

Full Time; Weekend Nights