CT Technologist, PRN

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

Job summary

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital is looking for a dedicated CT Technologist to perform specialized tasks involving CT scans. The role involves ensuring patient safety, coordinating procedures, and assisting with exams. Successful candidates will hold necessary certifications and have a passion for patient care.

Benefits

Career growth and enrichment opportunities within Imaging services.

Clinical ladder program available.

Qualifications

• ARRT certification in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of employment.
• Certification in Radiography (R), Radiation Therapy (T), or Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) is required.
• Minimum 2 years' experience as a CT technologist for Level II.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners.
• Assist radiologist with imaging procedures and patient positioning.
• Maintain accurate patient records and schedule procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Procedures

IV Placement

Education

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification

Tools

CT Scanners

Power Injectors

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.

Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Health Lake Norman Hospital in Mooresville, North Carolina. The smallest of Duke Health’s four hospitals at 123-beds, it offers a comprehensive range of medical services, including 24-hour emergency care, cardiology, orthopedics, women's services, and surgical specialties.

Occ Summary

Perform a variety of specialized tasks involved i n the performance of CTscans.

Work Performed

Perform complex specialized tasks associated withthe operation of CTscanners, p ower injectors, and related equipment in accordance withprescribed radia tion safety procedures. Position patients for CT scansusing patient posi tioning devices and protective equipment as necessary.Perform exams accu rately per established protocols, policy, and patientsafety standards.Assist radiologist with imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injectingco ntrast, if applicable.Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedur es.Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images ins equence of exposure and appropriately label. Film/transmit to ImageArchi val System.Schedule patients for procedures; assist with clerical functi ons.Charge procedures and supplies in EHR.Dispense and or order oral con trast to patients for CT scans.Maintain accurate patient records.Provide orientation and training to new CT technologists.Provide carefor the p sychological and physical needs of patients andtheir families for CT sca ns.Provide education and training to student technologists.Perform other related duties incidental to the work therein.Coordinate scheduling and patient flowDemonstrate proficiency in IV placement for contrast admini stration.Demonstrate proficiency and accuracy in performance of all exam protocols.Assist with the education and training of new physicians (inte rns,residents, fellows, and attending's). If applicable.Assist radiologi sts and PhD's in developing new protocols and CT imagingtechniques that are unique to facility.Perform CT specific technical assistance with pro jects assigned bysupervisor including but not limited to: Team lead, R & D, protocoldevelopment, charge reconciliation and demonstration of equi pment.**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within Imaging services .There is a clinical ladder program with various steps and opportunities ateach hospital within the health system.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Level Characteristics

Minimum Qualifications

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providingemployment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, geneticinformati on, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancyand pregnan cy related conditions), sexual orientation or militarystatus.

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Education

Graduate or completi on of program that meets eligibility requirementsfor registry/certificat ion or currently holds required registry orcertification.

Ex perience

Level I must obtain ARRT certification within 18 months of employment.Level II Minimum of two years' experience as a CT technolo gist.Level III A minimum of 4 years' experience within specialty modalit y inwhich they are seeking promotion.

Degrees, Licensures, Certif ications

Certification in one the following required: Radiography (R), RadiationTherapy (T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT.ARRT r egistered in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months ofemploy ment.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 onthe 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.

About the company

Duke University is a private research university in Durham, North Carolina.

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