CT Technologist - Imaging department

Advocate Health; Rome, Northern (GA, KY); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health is seeking a CT technologist to perform CT scans, verify orders with radiologists, and ensure patient safety. You will prepare patients, administer contrast, and maintain high image quality while adhering to safety protocols.

The role requires ARRT or NMTCB CT registry within one year of hire, BLS, and ARRT recognition. You will collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and technologists in a fast-paced hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT-recognized Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine program.
• ARRT or NMTCB certification with CT registry within one year of hire.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders with Radiologist before performing exam.
• Identify and assist patients, explain procedures, and document on worksheets.
• Interview patients for med history and review EMR for pertinent data.
• Own the exam from start to final dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast per protocols; record type and amount.
• Evaluate image quality and consult Radiologist; adjust as needed.
• Provide basic patient care and respond to changes in condition; assist in codes.
• Perform CT scanning and assist during invasive procedures; maintain sterile technique.
• Obtain medications or contrast as directed by licensed practitioner.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and report equipment issues.
• Adhere to fire/safety procedures and attend required trainings.
• Work during crises, rotate shifts, and follow attendance policy.
• Operate radiology computer system to enter orders and document contrast in MAR.
• Keep work areas neat and stocked; support other medical staff as needed.

Education

ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine

AR RT CT registry within one year of hire

BLS certification

Job description

Major Responsibilities

• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
• Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.
• Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical history on requisitions. Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
• Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results.
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. On request, records contrast type and amount.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as instructed.
• Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary. Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
• Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures. Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies. Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family members. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer precautions. Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
• Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures. Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.
• Performs work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations where time is critical. Rotates shifts as required including call back, holidays, and weekends. Adheres to the Atrium Health attendance policy by being punctual and taking measures to prevent absences.
• Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration in the MAR.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.
• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Minimum Job Requirements

Education

Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Certification / License

ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine and advanced registry from the ARRT in CT within one year of hire required. BLS required.

Work Experience

N/A

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development. Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions

Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment and supplies. Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation. Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation of the CT department. May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment. Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.