CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency (Weekend Schedule)

Duke Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a CT Technologist, where you'll perform critical imaging tasks in inpatient and emergency settings. This role requires collaboration with radiologists and a commitment to high-quality patient care through accurate CT scans and safety protocols. You'll have the opportunity to provide training to new technologists while working a weekend schedule that offers a commitment bonus. Embrace the chance to grow in a supportive environment that values innovation and diversity, making a real impact on patient health and safety. If you're ready to advance your career in a dynamic team, this position is for you.

Benefits

Commitment Bonus of $15,000

Weekend Premium Incentive Pay

Qualifications

• Graduate of a program meeting registry/certification eligibility.
• Must obtain CT certification within 18 months of employment.

Responsibilities

• Perform specialized imaging tasks and ensure patient safety.
• Assist radiologists with imaging procedures and maintain records.

Skills

CT Imaging

Patient Care

Radiation Safety

IV Placement

Technical Quality Evaluation

Education

Radiography Certification

BLS Certification

CT Certification (within 18 months)

Tools

CT Scanners

Power Injectors

EHR Systems

Job description

CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency (Weekend Schedule) at Duke Health

As a CT Technologist at Duke Raleigh Hospital, you will perform specialized imaging tasks primarily in inpatient and emergency settings, ensuring high-quality patient care through accurate CT scans and collaboration with radiologists. This role involves operating CT equipment, monitoring patient safety, maintaining records, and providing training to new technologists and students. The position works a weekend schedule and is eligible for a commitment bonus, reflecting Duke Health's dedication to advancing health together.

Location: Duke Raleigh Hospital

3400 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609

Work Schedule: Full-Time, Friday-Sunday, 7:00AM-7:30PM

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

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

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced or new graduate Radiology Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. In this role, you would be working with our Emergency Department, primarily Inpatient populations with a mix of Outpatients, and Invasive Procedures where we have a total of three scanners and rooms.

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.

Required Qualifications:

Education: 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.

Keywords:

CT Technologist, Radiologic Technologist, Computed Tomography, Patient Care, Imaging Services, Emergency Department, Healthcare, Medical Imaging, Patient Safety, Radiology