CT Technologist II - Rex CT Scan

UNC Health; United States; On-site; USD 49,414 - 71,042; Full time

Job summary

UNC Health is seeking a CT Technologist in Raleigh, NC. The role involves conducting complex CT procedures and assisting radiologists with high-risk techniques. Candidates need to have at least two years of CT experience, and completion of an accredited Radiological Science program is required.

The position offers a competitive hourly pay range of $35.87 to $51.57 depending on experience, with a full-time work schedule on weekends. Join us in improving health outcomes in our communities.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science with advanced registry in CT.
• Registration must be maintained with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences.
• Two years of experience as a CT Technologist required.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex procedures and tests using CT equipment.
• Assists the radiologist with high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques.
• Performs various CT procedures and evaluates patient contraindications.

Skills

Computed Tomography (CT)

Radiological Science

Patient care

Contrast administration

Education

Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science

Registration with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences

Job description

Overview

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Commitment Incentive

Position qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive paid over a three (3) year work commitment.

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 adjusting scan parameters to limit 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 when possible. Works with radiologists and other providers to identify patient needs to complete the exam or discuss alternative exams.
• 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 the radiologist for escalation and/or additional care.
• Demonstrates ability to manipulate parameters for CT Gated Watchman and Cardiac exams, including but not limited to 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; includes any notes regarding complications that may have impacted quality of scan/images.
• Triages care for general anesthesia (adult/pediatric) exams and provides education for care teams, ensuring 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 a thorough 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 and proper injection procedures, follows correct procedure to determine contrast eligibility, and checks appropriate lab values before contrast injection per protocol.

Education & Licensing

• Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science with an advanced registry in Computed Tomography.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or certified with NMTCB(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.

Experience

• Two (2) years of experience as a CT Technologist.

Job Details

• Legal Employer: NCHEALTH
• Entity: UNC REX Healthcare
• Organization Unit: Rex CT Scan
• Work Type: Full Time
• Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00
• Work Schedule: Weekend; Saturday Sunday Monday 8 AM to 8:30 PM
• Salary Range: $35.87 – $51.57 per hour (Hiring Range)
• Work Assignment Type: Onsite
• Exempt From Overtime: No
• Location of Job: US:NC:Raleigh
• Entity Status: Private, fully‑owned subsidiary of UNC Health Care System (not a state‑employed position)

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.

UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as for applicants and employees with disabilities.