CT Technologist II

UNC REX Healthcare; Hillsborough (NC); On-site; USD 45,515 - 65,436; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in North Carolina is seeking a skilled CT Technologist to conduct complex imaging procedures. The ideal candidate will have three years of experience and an advanced registry in Computed Tomography. The position offers a full-time schedule with weekend hours and a competitive salary range of $33.04 - $47.50 per hour.

Qualifications

• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or registry eligible.
• Three years of experience as a CT Technologist.
• Competency in HCP BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex CT procedures and tests.
• Assists in high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques.
• Performs CTA perfusion and other specialized procedures.
• Recognizes diagnostic characteristics of scans.

Skills

Computed Tomography

Analytical skills

Patient care

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science

Advanced registry in Computed Tomography

Job description

Overview

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This position qualifies for a 15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid over a three (3) year work commitment.

Summary: Conducts complex procedures and tests using Computed Tomography (CT) equipment to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. Works in collaboration with various teams (Trauma, Stroke, Cardiology) to obtain necessary imaging for advanced diagnoses to aid in treatment options.

Hours: Saturday, Sunday, Monday; 7:00am - 7:30pm

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex procedures and tests using Computed Tomography (CT) equipment to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. Works in collaboration with various teams (Trauma, Stroke, Cardiology) to obtain necessary imaging for advanced diagnoses to aid in treatment options.
• Assists the radiologist in performing high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques such as needle biopsies, aspirations, CT-guided joint injections, and CT-guided needle-wire placement exams for surgery. Demonstrates competence by contributing input for alternative approaches and adjustment of scan parameters limiting radiation dosage.
• Evaluates any contraindications, such as medications, insufficient patient preparation or the patient’s inability, or unwillingness to tolerate the procedure, notifying care teams and coordinating appropriate care, prior to the patient’s arrival, if possible. Works with Radiologists and other providers to identify patient needs to complete exam or discuss alternative exam.
• Performs CTA perfusion, Code IA/Stroke/Bat, Red Trauma Series, Yellow Trauma Series, ROSC, and Portable CT procedures, as defined by the procedure and/or physician. Demonstrates ability to train CT Tech I team members on these and other high-risk exams/procedures.
• Recognizes diagnostic characteristics of normal and abnormal scans, anatomy, and questionable findings, alerting Radiologist for escalation of and/or additional care.
• Demonstrates ability to manipulate parameters for CT Gated Watchman and Cardiac exams, including proper manipulation of monitoring devices and competency manipulating both equipment and computer parameters.
• Analyzes scan data throughout the course of the examination so that a comprehensive exam is completed and sufficient data is provided to the physician; notes any complications that may have impacted quality of scan/images.
• Triages care for general anesthesia (adult/pediatric) exams and provides education for care teams, ensures optimal parameters, equipment settings, contrast administration and post-processing of images.
• Obtains images per protocols, manipulates images according to protocols, performs multi-planar and 3D reconstruction of image data, demonstrates knowledge of CT algorithms, and selects appropriate window and level settings according to anatomy.
• Administers oral and rectal contrast to adult and pediatric patients according to protocols, establishes intravenous lines, administers IV contrast following safe injection procedures, and checks contrast eligibility and lab values before injection per protocol.

Other Information

• Education Requirements: Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science with an advanced registry in Computed Tomography.
• Licensure/Certification Requirements: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or registry eligible. For registry-eligible candidates: must provide a copy of diploma from accredited program. Requires advanced certification in CT. Successful candidates must maintain their registry status and continuing education requirements annually. All imaging specialists are required to maintain current competency in HCP BLS.
• Professional Experience Requirements: Three (3) years of experience as a CT Technologist.
• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities Requirements:

Job Details

Legal Employer: STATE

Entity: UNC Medical Center

Organization Unit: Computed Tomography HBOH

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Salary Range:$33.04 - $47.50 per hour (Hiring Range)

Pay offers are determined by experience and internal equity

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Weekend

Location of Job: US:NC:Hillsborough

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those plans at UNC Health.

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