Outpatient CT Technologist - PRN

Outpatient CT Technologist - PRN

Charleston, South Carolina

PRN CT Technologists at MUSC play a critical role in capturing detailed cross-sectional images using cutting-edge CT technology, including networked CT units, dedicated protocol support, and the only photon counting CT in South Carolina. As a CT technologist at MUSC, you will be aiding in diagnosing and monitoring various medical conditions, collaborating closely with other care teams to ensure high-quality patient care in a dynamic medical environment.

Responsibilities:

• Perform radiologic examinations timely, accurately, and safely for radiologist interpretation
• Ensure that the schedule does not fall behind; exam delays are communicated to all stakeholders. Exams are routed to PACS for interpretation as soon as complete.
• Per exam protocol using appropriate anatomical markers and positioning aids. Images are free of artifacts and motion.
• All patients are screened for patient and technologist identification, patient history, and safety protocols. The medical history was reviewed for exam indications and contraindications.
• Review schedule/patient record 3-5 days before scheduled appointment. Evaluate for exam/facility appropriateness and contraindications for the exam.
• Work with Radiologists, referring physicians, and clinics to address any issues before patients arrive for exams.

Assure the radiology suite and adjacent clinical and common areas are prepared to receive patients/visitors.

• Equipment- assure all needed equipment is available and in working order, perform quality control per ACR and manufacturer report ASAP any equipment errors or downtime directly to service vendor and manager, as well as clinical staff.
• Suite/Clinical and common areas- assure all needed medical supplies are ordered and stowed, the exam room and patient areas are clean, and equipment is cleaned per manufacturer, OSHA, DHEC, and MUSC infection control guidelines. Report any environment issues to the manager.

Supports culture of safety

• System improvement- consistently looks for ways to improve safety by analyzing workflows, work areas and identifying barriers.
• Ask Why? -
• See something, say something- use Shield reporting system. Actively participate in group meetings by offering your comments and suggestions.
• Address patient care issues as they arise and make decisions to appropriately resolve the problem, involving the appropriate supervisor or other member of patient's care team as necessary.

Required Licensure, Certifications, Registrations:

Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.

Experience: 0 to 2 years of modality specific work experience, at least 1 year of X-Ray experience.

Required Registration/Certification:

• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (R), required.
• ARRT CT Registration must be obtained within 1 year in this position.
• Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association is required.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required, either a certification from an American Heart Association (AHA) BLS for Healthcare Providers (or AHA recognized equivalent) or an American Red Cross CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer and Healthcare Provider.

Competitive compensation + incentives

Flexible scheduling options

Supportive team environment

Opportunities for growth and specialization

Modern equipment and technology

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Medical University of South Carolina