CT Technologist Full-time Weekends

Cape Fear Valley Health; North Carolina; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Cape Fear Valley Health is seeking a CT Scan Technologist at Hoke Hospital in Raeford, NC. The role requires performing all CT procedures, assessing patients, and coordinating with Radiologists to ensure accurate, timely imaging and documentation.

The ideal candidate has an Associate degree, ARRT certification, advanced CT registry within 1 year of hire, and CPR certification, with a preference for 1 year of cross-age patient care experience.

Qualifications

• Associates degree required.
• ARRT Certified required.
• Advanced CT Registry within 1 year of hire date required.
• AHA CPR Certification required.
• 1 year of experience in patient care across all ages preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs all CT procedures in the CT Section of Radiology.
• Demonstrates competency in patient care for all ages.
• Reviews orders and communicates with Radiologist.
• Prepares patients and answers questions related to the procedure.
• Records start and end times in the RIS for timely radiology access.
• Maintains safety with radiation exposure, contrast management and infection control.
• Provides excellent guest relations using AIDET methodology.
• Monitors exam timeliness and quality of care to meet department goals.
• Performs QA on exams before radiologist interpretation.
• Participates in achieving patient satisfaction goals by delivering timely care.

Skills

Patient care

English proficiency

Radiology teamwork

Education

Associate degree

ARRT Certification

Advanced CT Registry

CPR Certification

Job description

Facility

Hoke Hospital

Location

Raeford, North Carolina

Department

CT Scan

Job Family

Allied Health

Work Shift

Weekends (United States of America)

Summary

Performs all CT procedures for the diagnosis and treatment of specified diseases or conditions.

Major Job Functions

The following is a summary of the major essential functions of this job. The incumbent may perform other duties, both major and minor, that are not mentioned below. In addition, specific functions may change from time to time:

• Performs all procedures designed within the CT Section of Radiology

• Demonstrates competency and efficiency in the treatment, care of and interaction with all patients of any age group to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, adults and geriatrics

• Assesses the patient, reviews charts for orders and lab results, completes data sheet and communicates with the Radiologist as to the availability and reason for the procedure

• Prepares the patient for the procedure, answers any questions or directs questions to the Radiologist

• Responsible for the prompt completion and accurate recording of exam begin and end time in the Radiology Information System (RIS) to ensure timely access to study by the radiologist

• Provides a safe environment to include but not limited to radiation exposure, contrast administration and infection control guidelines/Universal Precautions

• Maintains exceptional guest relations with patient, visitors, hospital staff and medical staff to include the use of AIDET (Acknowledge, Introduce, Duration, Explanation, & Thank You)

• Monitors the timeliness of exams and quality of care based on established department goals, striving for continuous quality improvement

• Performs QA of exams (correct order, accurate/complete image annotation, correct laterality, and correct presentation state) prior to sending to radiologist for interpretation

• Actively participates in helping the department reach patient satisfaction goals by providing quality care, explaining procedures, and performing procedures in a timely manner

• Other duties as assigned

Minimum Qualifications

The following qualifications, or equivalents, are the minimum requirements necessary to perform the essential functions of this job:

Education and Formal Training :

• Associates degree required

• ARRT Certified required

• Advanced CT Registry within 1 year of hire date required

• AHA (American Heart Association) CPR Certification required

Work Experience :

• 1 year of experience in the treatment, care of and interacts with patients of all ages to include neo-natal, newborns, adolescents, pediatrics, adults and geriatrics preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required :

• Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language

• Knowledge of growth and development and the range of treatment needed for all age groups

Physical Requirements :

• Ability to communicate orally

• Manual dexterity and visual acuity

• Mobility to assume awkward positions and respond to emergency situations

• Ability to stand and walk for long periods of time

• Ability to bend and lift 100 pounds and/or carry objects up to 50 pounds

• Position may involve skin, eye, mucous membrane, or parenteral contact with blood or other potentially infectious material

Required Licenses and Certifications

ARRT - American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

Cape Fear Valley Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity