CT Technologist II-Rex CT Scan

UNC REX Healthcare; Raleigh (NC); On-site; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare organization as a CT Technologist in Raleigh, NC. You will conduct complex imaging procedures, collaborate with medical teams, and ensure high-quality patient care. This full-time role offers a competitive salary and a commitment incentive of $15,000 over three years. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in radiological sciences and a commitment to patient safety.

Benefits

$15,000 commitment incentive

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years as a CT Technologist.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or eligible.

Responsibilities

• Conduct complex procedures and tests using CT equipment.
• Assist radiologists in high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques.
• Evaluate contraindications and coordinate appropriate care.

Skills

Collaboration

Patient Care

Radiation Safety

Education

Completion of an accredited Radiological Science program

Tools

CT Equipment

Job description

Description

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

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

*This position qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive paid over a three-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. Conduct complex procedures and tests using CT equipment, collaborating with various teams to obtain necessary imaging.
2. Assist radiologists in performing high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques, contributing input for alternative approaches and adjusting scan parameters to limit radiation exposure.
3. Evaluate contraindications such as medications, patient preparation, or patient inability/willingness, and coordinate appropriate care.
4. Perform specialized procedures like CTA perfusion, Code IA/Stroke/Bat, and others, demonstrating ability to train team members.
5. Recognize normal and abnormal scan characteristics, alerting radiologists for escalation or additional care.
6. Manipulate parameters for specific exams, including monitoring device management and computer settings.
7. Analyze scan data during examinations to ensure comprehensive and quality images, noting any complications.
8. Manage care triage for anesthesia exams, providing education and ensuring optimal parameters and contrast administration.
9. Obtain and manipulate images according to protocols, including 3D reconstructions and appropriate window/level settings.
10. Administer contrast agents following safety protocols, establish IV lines, and verify lab values before contrast use.

Other Information

Education: Completion of an accredited Radiological Science program with advanced CT registry.

Licensure/Certification: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or eligible, with advanced CT certification. Maintain registry and CE requirements annually. Current HCP BLS required.

Experience: Minimum of 3 years as a CT Technologist.

Job Details

Legal Employer: NCHEALTH

Entity: UNC REX Healthcare

Organization Unit: Rex CT Scan

Work Type: Full Time

Hours/Week: 36

Salary Range: $33.04 - $47.50/hour, based on experience and internal equity

Work Assignment: Onsite, Weekend schedule

Location: Raleigh, NC

Overtime: Not exempt

This employment is through NC Health, a private subsidiary of UNC Health Care System. Consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, etc. Reasonable accommodations available upon request.