Computed Tomography Technologist

Tidelands Health; Georgetown, Northern (SC, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II at Tidelands Health in Georgetown, SC performs CT imaging to aid radiologists in diagnosis, follows ALARA practices, educates patients, and documents medical histories.

The role requires ARRT CT credential or eligibility, SC Radiation Quality Standards, and an Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology, with at least 1 year of radiology experience; CT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
• CT technology certification required or eligible per program.
• Minimum 1 year Radiologic Technology experience; CT experience preferred.
• Understanding of ALARA concepts and critical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Review outpatient orders for accuracy and timeliness.
• Educate and prepare patients for CT procedures with clear communication.
• Obtain and document accurate patient medical history for radiologist review.
• Operate CT equipment, set parameters per radiologist protocol.
• Position patients and ensure shielding and immobilization as required.
• Perform digital radiography and related procedures as needed at locations.
• Administer contrast dye and manage IV access per protocol.
• Maintain imaging equipment and assist with training staff or students.

Skills

ALARA concepts

Time management

Effective communication

IV contrast administration

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

CT technology certification (certification or eligible)

Job description

Employee Type: Regular Work Shift: Day - 12 hour shift (United States of America) Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health! Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team.

As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers.

More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.

A Brief Overview

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist is a highly skilled professional who uses specialized computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross sectional images of human anatomy which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders. Technologist may perform radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology; a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision.

Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology as needed.

Employees in this position will be responsible for inpatient on-call and shift rotation.

What you will do

• Review outpatient orders prior to day of procedure to ensure accuracy and to avoid delay in patient care.
• Provide excellent patient care by educating and preparing patients for their procedure while utilizing effective communication.
• Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist’s interpretation.
• Prepare to operate CT equipment to capture the appropriate images following the protocol set forth by the radiologist, and determine and set appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• Position and instruct patient while utilizing protective shielding, immobilization, and supportive devices as required.
• Perform and complete procedures as required based on physician’s order, and a variety of diagnostic procedures (x-ray); including but not limited to digital and mobile imaging as needed at applicable locations.
• Administer contrast dye when necessary to enhance imaging and ensure patient comfort and safety for the duration of their procedure.
• Start I.V., load and operate power injector, and administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
• Cleaning and maintaining all imaging equipment.
• May also assist with mentoring and/or training students, new hires.

Education Qualifications

• Associate's Degree under the completion of a Radiologic Technology program
• Required or Certificate under the completion of CT technology certification program

Experience Qualifications

• Minimum one (1) year Radiologic Technology experience
• Minimum one (1) year CT experience Preferred

Skills and Abilities

• Understand and utilize ALARA concepts and critical thinking
• Time management
• Effective communication
• Proficiency in IV access for contrast media administration

Licenses and Certifications

• Computed Tomography - American Registry Radiologic Technologist or registry eligible (if eligible, CT certification must be obtained within 24 months of hire/transfer date) Required
• Computed Tomography - South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association Required
• Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association Required

Physical Demand

Medium Physical Demand

Equal Opportunity Employer

Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE).

Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.

At Tidelands Health, we are united by a single, shared mission: We help people live better lives through better health.

It’s a commitment embodied in the extraordinary care we provide our patients and the award-winning workplace that welcomes our team every day.

A proud not-for-profit organization, we are the largest health care provider in our beautiful coastal region of South Carolina.

Enjoy year-round access to the Myrtle Beach area’s warm, sunny climate and outstanding quality of life as you fulfill your professional dreams.

Here, you’ll find a workplace culture built around a spirit of inclusion, teamwork, mutual respect and recognition for a job well done.

Discover what it’s like to work for an organization that values who you are as much as we appreciate what you do.