CT Technologist

Cone Health; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health in the United States is seeking a CT Technologist to provide high-quality patient care during CT procedures, using approved workflows and protocols under supervision.

The role involves operating CT scanners, following established protocols to minimize dose, documenting exams in CHL and PACS, educating patients, and upholding ALARA principles to ensure safe, accurate imaging. Evening/weekend rotation and on-call duties are required.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of Radiology/Imaging program.
• ARRT RT(R)(CT) or NMTCB CNMT/NMTCB(CT) license, or approved combination; CPR/BLS required.
• Evenings/weekend rotation and on-call availability.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanners to create cross-sectional images.
• Performs routine and special CT exams following protocols to minimize dose.
• Documents exams in CHL and PACS; identifies charges and corrects errors.
• Educates and prepares patients for examinations.
• Adheres to ALARA and safety practices.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CT Scanning

Patient Care

ALARA / Radiation Safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent; Radiology/Imaging program

Tools

PACS

CHL / EMR

Job description

Radiology

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The CT Technologist is responsible for providing high-quality patient care during Computed Tomography (CT) procedures using approved workflows and procedural protocols. Working under direct supervision, this position uses specialized computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross sectional images of the human anatomy which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders.

Essential Job Function

• Operates head or body x-ray scanners which create a computer-generated cross-sectional image, commonly called a CAT (Computed Axial Tomography) Scan.
• Performs routine and special CT exams adhering to established protocols to minimize additional imaging and limit radiation dose, maintaining exam productivity within established benchmarks.
• Completes all exams and documentation in Computerized Health Information (CHL) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), accurately identifying all charges associated with studies and addressing errors for a seamless workflow.
• Educates and prepares patients for their examinations to enhance patient understanding and cooperation during testing and promote a positive patient experience.
• Demonstrates commitment to safe practices, Just Culture, and As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles to eliminate errors and enhance patient outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required:High School Diploma or equivalentGraduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related educational program

Experience

Licensure/Certification/Listing

• Required:Will accept any of the licenses:ARRT: RT(R)(CT) RT(N)(CT)NMTCB: CNMT, NMTCB(CT)Combination of ARRT RT(N) and NMTCB(CT) or CNMT and ARRT(CT) Combination of ARRT RT(R) and NMTCB(CT) or ARRT RT(T) and NMTCB(CT)BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider

Work Shift :

Evenings/Weekend Rotation (United States of America)

On Call Required

Yes

FTE:

1

Job Type:

Full Time (40 Hours/Week)