Imaging Technologist - CT - Sign On Bonus Eligible

UNC REX Healthcare; Patton Park (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Pardee UNC Health Care in North Carolina is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures, prepare patients, and ensure safe operation of CT equipment. You will work with radiologists to achieve accurate diagnostic images and participate in quality-improvement efforts.

This full-time, onsite role offers day-shift hours and a 40-hour work week, with emphasis on patient safety, protocol adherence, and effective communication with diverse patients.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiological Science program.
• Registered CT technologist with ARRT.
• Strong knowledge of human anatomy.
• Experience reading complex radiology orders.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scanning procedures using approved protocols to produce high-quality images.
• Reviews imaging orders and consults radiologists as needed.
• Obtains consent and administers contrast when indicated; prepares IV access.
• Interviews patients to assess risk factors and safety considerations.
• Selects scanning parameters based on anatomy and equipment capabilities.
• Guides patients and communicates clearly to reduce anxiety during exams.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient communication

Order interpretation

Anatomy knowledge

Education

Accredited Radiological Science program

Tools

PACS

Abbott i-Stat

Job description

Description

Your passion belongs at UNC Health. Join more than 56,000 teammates working together to improve the health and well-being of the communities we serve across North Carolina.

Summary:
Using computerized tomography (CT) equipment and standards, the CT Technologist prepares and performs procedures and tests used to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data. By interviewing and preparing patients with in-depth understanding of the equipment and procedures, this role ensures effective, safe use of this equipment and drives optimal care outcomes.

Responsibilities:

• Conducts computerized tomography (CT) screening, ensuring both the safe function of equipment and pursuing the best quality imaging from the procedure.

• Reads and comprehends imaging order, engaging with radiologist when order is unclear, complex or warrants deeper review.

• Gathers consent for contrast injection for applicable imaging orders. Establishes intravenous access and applies contrast. Under laboratory supervision, draws blood for kidney function evaluation using glomerular filtration rate (GFR) analysis on point-of-care-testing hardware.

• Interviews patients to understand risk factors and prior medical history components that may warrant a more in-depth examination for safety.

• Selects appropriate scanning protocols and imaging parameters using extensive knowledge of human anatomy, pathology and the capabilities/limitations of both hardware and specific imaging sequences.

• Guides patients, some distressed, through their examination, applying subject matter expertise and cultural competency to explain the exam. Sets expectations and calms patient for effective imaging.

Other information:

Your experience matters here! Qualified CT Technologists hired into this position are eligible for a $5,000 sign‑on bonusas part of our commitment to investing in skilled nursing professionals.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiological Science

• Registration as CT technologist from American Registry Of Radiologic Technologists

• Good understanding of human anatomy - can be established through education or experience

• Experience reading and interpreting complex radiology orders

Preferred

• Experience using point-of-care-testing platforms such as Abbott i-Stat

• Experience working with a Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS)

Job Details

Legal Employer: Pardee - HCHC

Entity: Pardee UNC Health Care

Organization Unit: CT Scan

Work Type: Full Time

Standard Hours Per Week: 40.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Day Job

Location of Job: PARD RAD

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, status as a protected veteran or political affiliation.