CT Technologist / Weekend Nights

Emory Healthcare; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Atlanta is seeking a radiologic technologist who will operate CT equipment and provide quality care during diagnostic and interventional procedures. The ideal candidate will have graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology program, hold an ARRT registration, and have at least two years of experience in the field. This full-time role offers shifts from Friday to Sunday, 7 PM to 7:30 AM at Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, providing a competitive environment that values diversity and inclusion.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology with ARRT registration.
• CPR certification required.
• Minimum of two years of experience with one year in CT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment and medical devices to produce diagnostic scans.
• Provides quality care during diagnostic and interventional procedures.
• Ensures accurate documentation of patient care aspects.
• Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Operates imaging and specialty equipment and stays current with device uses.
• Minimizes patient and staff exposure to x-radiation.
• Takes responsibility for care during procedures.
• Prepares patients for procedures and provides education as needed.
• Assists with patient and family education and may support research activities.
• Acts as a resource for students and junior techs.

Skills

CT imaging

Radiologic Technology

CPR/BLS certified

Patient care

Education

ARRT registered Radiologic Technologist

Job description

Overview

Operates CT equipment, power injectors, and other medical equipment to produce scans (x-rays) for diagnostic and invasive procedures.

Responsibilities

• Provides quality care to the patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
• Prepares the patients with proper sterile technique.
• Communicates patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
• Ensures documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
• Responsible for proper operation of imaging and specialty equipment as well as keeps abreast of uses of medical devices.
• Takes precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to x-radiation.
• Assumes responsibility and provides direct care for all procedures performed in this area.
• Ensures that patients have been prepared for procedures.
• Provides quality care to patients during procedures.
• Assists with patient and family education.
• May support or assist in research and related activities.
• Demonstrates an adequate knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
• Provides more complex technical care necessary to meet identified patient needs.
• Assists with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequence.
• Acts as a resource for students and junior techs.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and at a minimum be registered with the ARRT.
• CPR certification required.
• Must have a minimum of two (2) years experience, with one (1) year in CT. Advanced certification in CT preferred.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification in accordance with the American Heart Association required.

Physical Requirements

Environment: 20-50 lbs; 0-33% of the work day (occasionally); 11-25 lbs, 34-66% of the workday (frequently); 01-10 lbs, 67-100% of the workday (constantly); Lifting 50 lbs max; Carrying of objects up to 25 lbs; Occasional to frequent standing & walking; Occasional sitting; Close eye work (computers, typing, reading, writing).

Environmental Factors

Factors affecting environment conditions may vary depending on the assigned work area and tasks. Exposures include: Blood-borne pathogen exposure, Bio-hazardous waste, Chemicals/gases/fumes/vapors, Communicable diseases, Electrical shock, Floor surfaces, Hot/Cold Temperatures, Indoor/Outdoor conditions, Latex, Lighting, Patient care/handling injuries, Radiation, Shift work. Travel may be required. Use of personal protective equipment may vary by area.

Shift, Location & Additional Details

SHIFT: FRI-SUN 7 PM-7:30 AM / FULL-TIME / 36 HOURS

LOCATION: EMORY SAINT JOSEPH'S HOSPITAL

WEO SHIFT DIFF IS AN ADDITIONAL $15.00/HOUR

All levels of experience and education will be considered for this posting.

Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law.

Emory Healthcare is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. Please contact Emory Healthcare’s Human Resources at [e-mail]. Please note that one week's advance notice is preferred.