CT Technologist - Outpatient & Inpatient

Baylor Scott & White Health; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke Raleigh Hospital is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist to operate CT scanners and assist in imaging procedures. The position requires technical knowledge, with opportunities for professional development. This full-time role includes important responsibilities such as patient management and performing specialized tasks in a supportive healthcare environment.

Benefits

$15,000 commitment bonus

Career growth through clinical ladder program

Qualifications

• Must obtain CT certification within 18 months for Level I.
• 2 years' experience required for Level II.
• 4 years' experience needed for Level III.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans, evaluate technical quality, and maintain patient records.
• Assist radiologists and perform IV placements as necessary.
• Educate and train new technologists and medical personnel.

Skills

Patient Care

CT Scanning

Radiation Safety

Education

Graduation from a CT program

ARRT Certification in CT within 18 months

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 Duke Health's four hospitals and offers a comprehensive array of services, including cancer, cardiovascular, neuroscience, advanced gastrointestinal, and wound healing care.

CT Technologist - Outpatient & Inpatient Imaging

Location: Duke Raleigh Hospital 3400 Wake Forest Rd, Raleigh, NC 27609
Work Schedule: Full-Time, Monday - Thursday, 8:30AM - 7:00PM
***This position is eligible for a $15,000 commitment bonus***

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. 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 radiologists with imaging procedures, starting IVs, and injecting contrast, if applicable.
• Assist radiologists 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 physicians), if applicable.
• Assist radiologists and PhDs in developing new protocols and CT imaging techniques specific to the 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 equipment demonstration.

DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within imaging services through a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities across hospitals within the health system.

Required Qualifications:

Education: Graduate or completion of a 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 the specialty modality in which they are seeking promotion.

Degrees, Licensure, and/or Certification: Certification in one of 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 age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.