CT Radiographer I

ACHE; Dundalk (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on Bonus

Job summary

ACHE in Dundalk, MD is seeking a CT Technologist to perform routine and specialized CT scans. Under supervision, you’ll select technical factors, administer contrast per policy, and ensure patient safety and documentation in EHRs. Requires ARRT (R) and CT certification, MD license, and BLS; a 20K sign-on bonus is offered. On-site role with opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in radiologic technology from an accredited program.
• ARRT Certification in Radiography and CT; Maryland radiographer license; Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Strong CT imaging skills and dose optimization knowledge.
• Ability to document patient care in electronic health records.

Responsibilities

• Executes CT imaging procedures across locations and patient types.
• Selects appropriate technical factors and ensures patient safety and comfort.
• Follows dose reduction concepts (Image Wisely/Image Gently).
• Documents patient care activities in EHRs and maintains accurate records.
• Participates in performance improvement initiatives and staff education.

Skills

CT imaging

Dose optimization

Patient care

Regulatory compliance

Documentation

Education

Associate degree in radiologic technology

Bachelor degree in health sciences

ARRT Certification (R)

ARRT Certification (CT)

Maryland Radiographer License

Job description

Job Requirements

20K Sign-on Bonus

Overview

Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized CT imaging procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Key Responsibility 1: 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.
• Key Responsibility 2: 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.
• Key Responsibility 3: Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems.
• Key Responsibility 4: 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.
• Key Responsibility5: 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

Qualifications

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).

Experience

• No Experience required

Licensures/Certifications

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

Preferred

Education

• Bachelor degree in health sciences or a related field.

Experience

• Experience in CT

Licensures/Certifications