CT Radiographer I

University of Maryland Medical System; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 34,440 - 48,216; Part time

Job summary

The University of Maryland Medical System is hiring for a part-time CT position located in Aberdeen, MD. The role requires an Associate degree in radiologic technology or an equivalent qualification, along with certification from the ARRT and a Maryland Radiographer license. Responsibilities include executing clinical competence in CT, ensuring safety in the work environment, and participating in performance improvement initiatives. The position involves shifts on weekends from 10am to 10:30pm.

Qualifications

• No experience required.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography.
• Licensed Radiographer - State of Maryland.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in CT across all patient types.
• Applies knowledge of CT principles, patient positioning, and care skills.
• Documents accurate patient care activity.
• Ensures a safe work environment and maintains supplies.
• Participates in performance improvement and training activities.

Skills

Clinical competence in CT

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Radiation safety practices

Patient care skills

Education

Associate degree or Certificate in radiologic technology

Tools

Electronic health records systems

Job description

Job Requirements

Part‑time day, every other weekend; Saturdays & Sundays - 10am to 10:30pm

Key Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical competence in CT, in all locations, across all patient types. Selects accurate technical factors on an individual patient basis and demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to age of the patient. Observes concepts of Image Wisely/Image Gently for dose reduction. Administers contrast according to facility policy.
• Applies knowledge of CT principles and practices, including anatomy and physiology, radiation safety and physics, patient positioning and patient care skills. Adheres to Joint Commission, State, Federal, organizational and departmental regulatory compliance standards.
• Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Ensures a safe and appropriate work environment. Maintains supplies and inventory in area. Informs appropriate colleague when supplies need to be ordered from outside vendors. Documents and reports related equipment/environmental problems in accordance with policy. Follows equipment quality control procedures with appropriate documentation.
• Actively participates in departmental and organizational performance improvement initiatives and efforts to improve workflows, patient experience and quality. Actively participates in student and employee training and education activities.

Work Experience

No Experience required

Education

Associate degree, or Certificate, in radiologic technology from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the US Department of Education (USDE) or Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA).

Licenses/Certifications

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography (R).
• Licensed Radiographer - State of Maryland
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification