CT Technologist - Friday, Saturday, Sunday overnight

Charlotte Radiology, P.A.; Concord (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Charlotte Radiology, P.A. in Concord, NC is seeking a CT technologist to provide high-quality patient care during CT and X-ray procedures, verify orders, monitor radiation safety, and complete paperwork efficiently.

You will operate CT and X-ray equipment, coordinate with Radiologists and PACS/IT, manage IVs and contrast administration, and support lab work as needed. The role requires ARRT CT, Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology, and BLS.

Qualifications

• CT experience is required.
• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology is required.
• ARRT registered in CT.
• BLS certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Examines orders and verifies requests; addresses questions with Radiologist before procedures.
• Operates CT equipment and CT injectors with proficiency; operates X-ray equipment.
• Manages paperwork: orders, emails, authorizations; records patient history and correlates results.
• Performs IVs, administers oral contrast, and runs needed lab work.
• Monitors supplies and communicates with radiologist for protocols.
• Communicates with PACS/IT for image distribution as needed.
• Reports equipment malfunctions and adheres to safety/regulatory standards.
• Stand/walk for extended periods and lift 50–75 lbs as required.
• Travel required: 0–25%.

Skills

CT experience

Education

Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology

Job description

Shift: Friday, Saturday, Sunday 7:00 pm - 7:00 am (shift differential applies)

Location: Concord, NC

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs excellent patient care for all CT scan and x-rays. Quickly and accurately completes all paperwork to include orders, lab work and authorization confirmation. Monitoring the safety of patients pertaining to radiation and contrast dose.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Examines orders and verifies request on patients. Addresses any questionable orders to Radiologist before procedures. Operates CT equipment with proficiency. Operates Injector with proficiency
• Operate X-ray equipment with proficiency
• Paperwork/orders, email order request and authorization. Records medical history on designated history form. Correlates test results and other lab data with exam being performed
• Performs IVs, give patients oral contrast, do lab work if needed
• Monitor supplies/stock room
• Communicate with radiologist for protocols as needed
• Communicate with pacs/IT for imaging distribution if necessary

• Must be able to perform procedures in accordance to departmental protocols and standards. Operates CT scanners, X-ray equipment, IV contrast injectors O2 tanks. Computer literate and knowledgeable of CR programs
• Must be up to date with local and federal regulations that apply to their licensure and role
• Must be able to access all patient history to review any allergies that could interfere with the patient’s test
• Must be able to communicate with the Radiologist or referring MD if a protocol needs to be obtained or a test needs to be altered
• Must be able to report malfunctioning equipment to the Radiology engineer
• Must be able to stand/walk for extended periods of time. Must be able to lift the appropriate weight determined by CR (50-75 lbs.)
• Must have positive communication skills
• Performs basic patient care functions and informs the Radiologist or nurse of any change in the patient’s condition if needed
• Must be competent with IVs
• Travel required: 0 – 25%

Qualifications:

• CT experience
• Associate Degree in Radiologic Technology
• ARRT registered in CT
• BLS