CT Technologist

Asct; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a CT Technologist in Durham, NC, where you'll play a vital role in patient care and diagnostic imaging. In this part-time position, you'll operate advanced CT scanners, ensuring patient safety and comfort while delivering high-quality imaging services. With opportunities for professional growth and a supportive work environment, this role is perfect for both experienced technologists and new graduates eager to make a difference. Embrace the chance to contribute to a community dedicated to compassionate care and innovation in healthcare.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a program meeting registry requirements for CT certification.
• Must obtain CT certification within 18 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans and assist with interventional procedures.
• Maintain accurate patient records and coordinate scheduling.

Skills

CT Certification

Patient Care

Radiation Safety

IV Placement

Education

Radiography Certification

BLS Certification

Tools

CT Scanners

Image Archival System

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Regional Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

CT Technologist

Location: Duke Regional Hospital, 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704

Work Schedule: Part-Time, 1st Shift, (3) 10-hour Shifts, Thursday - Saturday 9:00AM-7:30PM

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate CT Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke Regional Hospital (DRH) has 388 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. In this role, there are 3 scanners and 3 rooms primarily serving outpatients, ED, and inpatients.

What you will do:

1. Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners, power injectors, and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
2. Position patients for CT scans using patient positioning devices and protective equipment as necessary.
3. Perform exams accurately per established protocols, policy, and patient safety standards.
4. Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
5. Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure, and appropriately label. Film/transmit to Image Archival System.
6. Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
7. Dispense and/or order oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
8. Maintain accurate patient records.
9. Provide orientation and training to new CT technologists.
10. Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients and their families during CT scans.
11. Provide education and training to student technologists.
12. Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.
13. Coordinate scheduling and patient flow.
14. Demonstrate proficiency in IV placement for contrast administration.
15. Demonstrate proficiency and accuracy in performance of all exam protocols.
16. Perform CT-specific technical assistance with projects assigned by supervisor, including but not limited to: team lead, R & D, protocol development, charge reconciliation, and equipment demonstration.

DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification, or currently holds required registry or certification.

Experience:

• Level I: Must obtain CT certification within 18 months of employment.
• Level II: Minimum of two years' experience as a CT technologist.
• Level III: A minimum of 4 years' experience within the specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification:

• Certification in one of the following required: Radiography (R), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT.
• ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of employment.
• BLS certification.

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to age, race, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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