CT Technologist Duluth (as needed)

Northside Hospital Inc.; Duluth (GA); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 85 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Northside Hospital Inc. is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography procedures in a fast-paced hospital setting near Atlanta, GA. You will review orders, position patients, and administer contrast while monitoring patient safety and comfort.

The role requires ARRT or NMTCB CT registration, BLS, and prior CT experience. Weekend rotation is expected and no on-call duties are required.

Qualificações

• Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB accredited school.
• Registered CT Technologist with the ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT).
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsabilidades

• Collects medical information and reviews orders to identify examination indications and contraindications.
• Explains procedures to patients and ensures consent when required.
• Positions patients and administers contrast while monitoring for adverse reactions.

Formação académica

ARRT/NMTCB accredited program

BLS certification

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Overview

Northside Hospital is award-winning, state-of-the-art, and continually growing. Constantly expanding the quality and reach of our care to our patients and communities creates even more opportunity for the best healthcare professionals in Atlanta and beyond. Discover all the possibilities of a career at Northside today.

Responsibilities

PRIMARY DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collects pertinent medical information and reviews physician's order to identify reason for examination and potential contraindications.
• Explains procedure to patient and ensures consent form is signed if required for examination.
• Positions patient and administers oral, rectal or intravenous contrast as required. Monitors patient reaction and responds to adverse reactions with emergency procedures as necessary.
• Selects equipment parameters and logs pertinent information.
• Performs scanning procedure. Modifies parameters as required to improve visualization of desired anatomy.
• Organizes images, performs the scan and transfers exam to PACS system.
• Aids with transportation of patients to and from Emergency Room and Inpatient areas.
• Responsible for ensuring communication to radiologist regarding Acute Stroke patients and certifying compliance with Acute Stroke protocols.
• Perform POC iSTAT testing and screen for contrast contraindications.
• Enters patient charges into computer.
• Monitors equipment for functionality and performance. Refers noted problems to the CT Supervisor.
• Assists in orienting and training personnel as necessary.
• Practices proper safety techniques in accordance with hospital and departmental policies and procedures. Immediately reports any mechanical or electrical equipment malfunctions, unsafe conditions, or employee/patient/visitor injury-accident to Manager.

Qualifications

REQUIRED

• Graduate of an ARRT or NMTCB accredited school
• Registered CT Technologist with the ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT)
• Must hold American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)

PREFERRED

• Prior training or experience in Computerized Tomography (CT) scanning.
• Ability to insert intravenous catheter

Work Hours:

7a-7a

Weekend Requirements:

Yes- Rotating Basis

On-Call Requirements:

No