CT Imaging Technologist - High-Impact Role + $5K Sign-On

UNC Health Care; Hendersonville (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UNC Health Care is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures with safe operation of equipment and high-quality imaging. You will interview patients, prepare them for contrast and collaborate with radiologists as needed.

The role emphasizes evaluating orders, selecting protocols, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during the CT exam. Onsite, full-time hours with a sign-on incentive may be offered.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science.
• Registration as CT technologist from American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists.
• Good understanding of human anatomy – established through education or experience.
• Experience reading and interpreting complex radiology orders.

Responsibilities

• Conducts CT screening, ensuring safe function of equipment and best imaging quality.
• Reads and comprehends imaging orders, engaging with radiologist when needed.
• Gathers consent for contrast injection, establishes IV access, and may draw blood for kidney function evaluation.
• Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history for safety.
• Selects scanning protocols and imaging parameters based on anatomy and capabilities.
• Guides patients through examinations, explaining the exam and calming the patient.

Skills

CT imaging

Orders interpretation

Patient communication

Cultural competency

Education

Radiological Science degree

Tools

PACS

Abbotti-Stat

Job description

UNC Health Care is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures with safe operation of equipment and high-quality imaging. You will interview patients, prepare them for contrast and collaborate with radiologists as needed.

The role emphasizes evaluating orders, selecting protocols, and ensuring patient safety and comfort during the CT exam. Onsite, full-time hours with a sign-on incentive may be offered.