CT Radiographer I

University of Maryland Medical System; La Plata (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System is seeking a CT technologist to perform routine and specialized CT imaging procedures under supervision. The role requires proficiency in CT principles, dose safety practices, and patient positioning across patient types.

Required qualifications include an associate degree in radiologic technology, ARRT (R) certification, Maryland radiographer license, and BLS. Experience in CT is preferred but not required.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or certificate in radiologic technology from an accredited program.
• No experience required.
• Registered ARRT in Radiography (R).
• Licensed Radiographer - State of Maryland.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic clinical CT imaging procedures with appropriate technical factors for each patient.
• Applies CT principles including anatomy, physiology, radiation safety, and patient care.
• Documents patient care activity in electronic health records.
• Maintains a safe work environment; manages supplies and coordinates orders from vendors.
• Participates in departmental performance improvement initiatives and staff education.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Skills

CT imaging procedures

Patient care

Education

Associate degree in radiologic technology

ARRT registration - Radiography (R)

Maryland Radiographer license

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

Job Requirements

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

Job Requirements

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

Primary Responsibilities

The following statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job responsibilities performed.

• 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.
• Performs all other duties as assigned.

Work Experience

Education & Experience - Required

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

Education & Experience - Preferred

• Bachelor’s degree in health sciences or a related field.
• Experience in CT
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography (CT).