Radiology - Technologist | CT

CT Technologist

RS Healthcare is seeking a CT Tech to join our team at a prestigious hospital in Sanford, North Carolina. Salary Range: $45,000 - $69,000 Per Year

Summary: Performs imaging procedures (Radiography, CT, Mammography, US, Nuclear Medicine, or MRI) and produces quality images for interpretation by a radiologist. Procedures are performed according to departmental protocols, policies, and procedures and according to established standards of practice. Assesses and monitors patients and provides appropriate patient care.

Essential Functions:

• Verbalizes and/or demonstrates knowledge of clinical information and practices essential to assuring provision of age-specific care to all age groups.
• Verifies patient identification, confirms physician orders, obtains patient history / forms, assesses patient condition, explains procedures, provides patient education, and addresses patient concerns prior to performing exams.
• Assures proper completion of all exams requested including documentation, charging, and proper labeling of images.
• Performs a variety of radiological exams that require independent judgment and utilization of proper positioning, protocols, and techniques to obtain a quality diagnostic image to meet radiologist specifications.
• Identifies normal anatomy and/or unusual findings.
• Demonstrates proficiency in the operation and proper handling of all diagnostic equipment.
• Maintains all equipment and accessories in efficient operating order; performs preventative maintenance as required, contacts service for repairs when necessary.
• Maintains knowledge of contrast media and medications utilized within the department including contraindications and possible side effects.
• Demonstrates the ability to prepare and administer contrast according to departmental protocols.
• Recognizes significant adverse reactions and acts appropriately.
• Prepares and assists radiologists/physicians with procedures as required.
• Ensures that Standard Precautions and sterile techniques are utilized.
• Maintains communication and cooperation with radiologist and other ancillary departments regarding changes in protocol, scheduling of procedures, exams performed and patient flow.
• Demonstrates the ability to operate all computer systems utilized within the department.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas, ensures rooms are stocked, and prepares rooms prior to patient entrance.
• Performs clerical duties, provides clinical supervision for students and assists in patient transport as needed.
• Practices radiation safety for patient and self.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement activities.
• May be assigned specific quality assurance / quality control duties.
• Rotates within the department and performs exams in multiple modalities, works various shifts and participates in call rotation as required for the proper functioning of the department.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: Associate's degree, preferred
• Licenses/Certifications: ARRT Certification in Radiography is required. ARRT Certification in CT, required

Client Details:

Client Type: Direct Setting

Hospital

City: Sanford

State: NC

Zip Code: 27330