CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency (Weekend Schedule)

Duke University Health System; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading health system in Durham, North Carolina as a CT Technologist. This full-time position, primarily on weekends, involves performing CT scans and providing exceptional patient care. Ideal candidates should hold the necessary certifications and be passionate about advancing health together with a commitment to collaborative service.

Benefits

Commitment bonus of $15,000

Career growth with clinical ladder program

Qualifications

• Graduate or completion of a program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification.
• Experience varies by level: Level I requires CT certification within 18 months; Level II requires 2 years of experience.
• A minimum of 4 years' experience is needed for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners.
• Assist radiologists with imaging procedures and evaluate CT scans for quality.
• Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients.

Skills

Patient care

CT scanner operation

IV placement

Technical quality evaluation

Education

Completion of program eligible for registry/certification

ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT)

BLS certification

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About Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Health's four hospitals with 1062 patient beds, it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities, including a regional emergency/trauma center, an endo-surgery center, and more.

CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency (Weekend Schedule)

Location: Duke University Hospital

2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 3rd shift, Weekends with one weekday, 7:00PM - 7:30AM

***This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus***

This position is considered to be the Weekend Option and will receive the WEO premium incentive pay for the weekend hours worked

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate CT Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke University Hospital (DUH) campus supports a 1067 bed hospital known for expertise in Inpatient, Urgent Outpatient, OR, Interventional, ED/Trauma, PEDS, Cardiac, Oncology, and Transplant services. We have a total of 20 clinical scanners, including 14 in various locations, 5 in the OR, and 1 portable scanner for Neuro ICU.

What You Will Do

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners, power injectors, and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
• Position patients for CT scans using patient positioning devices and protective equipment as necessary.
• Perform exams accurately per established protocols, policy, and patient safety standards.
• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label. Film/transmit to Image Archival System.
• Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functions.
• Charge procedures and supplies in EHR.
• Dispense and or order oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Provide orientation and training to new CT technologists.
• Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients and their families for CT scans.
• Provide education and training to student technologists.
• Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.
• Coordinate scheduling and patient flow
• Demonstrate proficiency in IV placement for contrast administration.
• Demonstrate proficiency and accuracy in performance of all exam protocols.
• Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and attending's). If applicable.
• Assist radiologists and PhD's in developing new protocols and CT imaging techniques that are unique to facility.
• Perform CT specific technical assistance with projects assigned by supervisor including but not limited to: Team lead, R & D, protocol development, charge reconciliation and demonstration of equipment.
• DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
  
  

Education

Required Qualifications:

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Experience

Level I

Must obtain CT certification within 18 months of employment.

Level II

Minimum Of Two Years' Experience As a CT Technologist.

Level III

A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification

Certification in one the following required: Radiography (R), Radiation Therapy (T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT.

ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of employment.

BLS certification

Duke is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

Essential Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

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