CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency (Weekends)

Duke Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment bonus

Relocation assistance

Weekend incentive pay

Job summary

Duke Health's Duke Raleigh Hospital in Raleigh, NC is seeking an experienced CT Technologist for inpatient and emergency imaging on weekends.

You will operate CT scanners, prepare patients, assist radiologists, and support education of new technologists while earning incentives and relocation support.

Qualifications

• CT certification required or obtained within 18 months of employment.
• ARRT-CT registration within 18 months is required.
• Experience with CT imaging and contrast administration preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners and related equipment following safety protocols.
• Position patients and ensure correct Protocols and labeling.
• Assist radiologists with procedures and contrast administration.
• Maintain patient records and coordinate scheduling.
• Provide orientation/training to new CT technologists.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

IV placement

Education

CT Certification/ARRT

BLS certification

Job description

At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and discover how we can advance health together.

About Duke Raleigh Hospital, A Campus of Duke University Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with the Duke Raleigh Campus in Raleigh, North Carolina. With 204-beds, it is the third largest of the four Duke Health hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency (Weekend Schedule)

Location: Duke Raleigh Hospital

3400 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609

Work Schedule: Full-Time, 3rd Shift, Friday - Sunday

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 and $3,000 in relocation assistance***

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Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke Raleigh Hospital (DRAH) campus provides a patient-friendly setting no matter where you visit us -- in our hospital’s North Pavilion, South Pavilion, or clinics. Duke Raleigh also maintains laboratory and imaging services, a pain clinic, 24/7 emergency care, community outreach, and education programs. This position FILL IN

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.

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 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 (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military 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.