CT Technologist - Outpatient & Inpatient

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About the role

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke Raleigh Hospital (DRAH) campus provides a patient-friendly setting for inpatient and outpatient populations, with a focus in the Emergency Department and some invasive procedures. This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners, power injectors, and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
• Position patients for CT scans using patient positioning devices and protective equipment as necessary.
• Perform exams accurately per established protocols, policy, and patient safety standards.
• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film/transmit to Image Archival System.
• Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
• Charge procedures and supplies in EHR.
• Dispense and/or order oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide orientation and training to new CT technologists.
• Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients and their families for CT scans.
• Provide education and training to student technologists.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.
• Coordinate scheduling and patient flow.
• Demonstrate proficiency in IV placement for contrast administration.
• Demonstrate proficiency and accuracy in performance of all exam protocols.
• Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and attendings), if applicable.
• Assist radiologists and PhD's in developing new protocols and CT imaging techniques that are unique to facility.
• Perform CT specific technical assistance with projects assigned by supervisor including but not limited to: Team lead, R & D, protocol development, charge reconciliation and demonstration of equipment.

Requirements

• Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.
• Certification in one of the following required: Radiography (R), Radiation Therapy (T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT.
• ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of employment.
• BLS certification.

Experience

• Level I: Must obtain CT certification within 18 months of employment.
• Level II: Minimum of two years' experience as a CT Technologist.
• Level III: A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

Pay

This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus.

Schedule

Full-Time, 1st Shift, Monday, Tuesday, & Thursday, 7:30AM - 8:00PM