CT Technologist, FT Nights

ACHE; Aberdeen (MD); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $15K

Job summary

University of Maryland Medical System in Aberdeen, MD is seeking a CT Technologist for full-time night shifts (Thu-Sat 5p-5:30a or 6p-6:30a). The role requires ARRT licensed radiographer, Maryland state license, and an associate degree or radiologic technology certificate.

The CT Technologist will perform routine and specialized CT imaging, ensure dose optimization, document patient care in EHR, adhere to safety standards, and participate in quality improvement initiatives; a 15k sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Registered with ARRT in Radiography (R) and CT (ARRT-CT).
• Maryland Radiographer license.
• Basic Life Support certification.

Responsibilities

• Executes basic and CT imaging procedures with appropriate technical factors.
• Ensures dose reduction principles and patient safety.
• Documents patient care activity in electronic health records.
• Maintains equipment/workspace and assists with supplies.
• Participates in department performance improvement initiatives.

Skills

CT imaging

Image quality

Radiation safety

Patient positioning

Documentation in EHR

Education

Associate degree or Certificate in radiologic technology

Bachelor degree preferred

Job description

CT Technologist, FT NightsUniversity of Maryland Medical SystemAberdeen, MD, United States**Description**Job Requirements Overview Under general supervision, performs routine and specialized CT imaging procedures. FULL TIME NIGHTS - Thurs-Sat 5p-5:30a or 6p-6:30a Role includes a $15K Sign on Bonus. Key Responsibilities Key Responsibility 1 : 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. Key Responsibility 2 : 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. Key Responsibility 3 : Documents accurate patient care activity in various electronic health records systems. Key Responsibility 4 : 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. Key Responsibility 5 : 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. Work Experience Qualifications Education • 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). Experience • No Experience required Licensures/Certifications • Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography (R). • Licensed Radiographer - State of Maryland • Basic Cardiac Life Support Certification Preferred Education • Bachelor degree in health sciences or a related field. • Experience in CT • Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) in Radiography (CT).