CT Technologist - Weekend Schedule

Duke University; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a CT Technologist at a leading hospital in Durham, North Carolina. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to patient care by performing specialized tasks with advanced CT technology. You will be responsible for operating CT scanners, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality imaging standards. With a supportive environment that promotes professional growth, you will also provide training to new technologists and assist with various procedures. If you're passionate about making a difference in healthcare and advancing your career in a collaborative setting, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Commitment Bonus of $15,000

Health Insurance

Retirement Plans

Paid Time Off

Continuing Education Opportunities

Qualifications

• Must obtain CT certification within 18 months of employment.
• Certification in Radiography or Nuclear Medicine Technology required.

Responsibilities

• Perform complex tasks with CT scanners and related equipment.
• Position patients and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with interventional CT procedures and provide training.

Skills

CT Scanning

Patient Positioning

Radiation Safety Procedures

IV Placement

Technical Quality Evaluation

Education

Graduate or completion of program for registry/certification

ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT)

Tools

CT Scanners

Power Injectors

Image Archival System

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 Regional Hospital

Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to U.S. News and World Report for 2024-2025. Duke Regional Hospital is the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services, including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and heart and vascular services.

CT Technologist - Weekend Schedule

Location: Duke Regional Hospital, 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704

Work Schedule: Full-Time 1st Shift, Saturday-Monday, 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 CT Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Duke Regional Hospital (DRH) has 388 inpatient beds and offers a comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services. In this role there are 3 scanners and 3 rooms that primarily work to serve our outpatients, ED, and inpatients.

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 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.
• 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.
• 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 of the following required: Radiography (R), 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.

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