CT Technologist II - Rex CT Scan

UNC Health Care; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 45,515 - 65,436; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$15,000 commitment incentive

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

A healthcare organization in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced CT Technologist to perform complex imaging procedures. This full-time position requires a minimum of three years experience and relevant certifications. The role involves collaboration with teams for patient diagnostic imaging and offers a competitive salary. Weekend shifts are expected, and a commitment incentive of $15,000 is available.

Qualifications

• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or registry-eligible.
• Advanced certification in CT is required.
• Requires a minimum of three years of experience as a CT Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex procedures and tests using CT equipment.
• Assist the radiologist in high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques.
• Evaluate contraindications and coordinate appropriate patient care.
• Demonstrate ability to perform various CT procedures and training.

Skills

CT imaging techniques

Patient care

Radiation safety

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science

Advanced registry in Computed Tomography

Job description

Overview

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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.

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

Learn more about the incentive program here: https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-program

Work Schedule: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 6:30 PM - 7:00 AM

Responsibilities

1. 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.
2. 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 to limit radiation dosage.
3. Evaluates contraindications, such as medications, insufficient patient preparation, or patient 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.
4. Performs CTA perfusion, Code IA/Stroke/Bat, Red Trauma Series, Yellow Trauma Series, ROSC, and Portable CT procedures. Demonstrates ability to train CT Tech I team members on these and other high-risk exams/procedures.
5. Recognizes diagnostic characteristics of normal and abnormal scans, anatomy, and questionable findings, alerting Radiologist for escalation of and/or additional care.
6. Demonstrates ability to manipulate parameters for CT Gated Watchman and Cardiac exams, including proper manipulation of monitoring devices and competency manipulating equipment and computer parameters.
7. 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.
8. 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.
9. 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.
10. Administers oral and rectal contrast to adult and pediatric patients according to protocols, establishes intravenous lines, administers IV contrast following safe injection procedures, checks appropriate lab values before contrast injection per protocol.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Education: Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science with an advanced registry in Computed Tomography.
• Licensure/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or registry-eligible. For registry-eligible candidates: provide a copy of diploma from an accredited program. Requires advanced certification in CT. Maintain registry status and continuing education annually. Maintain current competency in BLS.
• Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a CT Technologist.
• Knowledge/Skills: CT imaging techniques, patient care, radiation safety, and related responsibilities as indicated.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NC Health

Entity: UNC Rex Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex CT Scan

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00

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:Raleigh

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

This position is employed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), a private, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Health Care System. This is not a State employed position.

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