PRN Outpatient CT Technologist

Cone Health; Greensboro (NC); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Cone Health in Greensboro, NC, seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT exams using approved workflows, producing cross-sectional images to aid radiologists in diagnosis. Under direct supervision, you will educate patients and ensure a positive experience while adhering to ALARA principles.

Responsibilities include operating CT scanners, following protocols to minimize radiation dose, documenting exams in CHL and PACS, and ensuring accurate charge capture.

Qualifications

• Must have High School Diploma or equivalent and graduation from a Radiology/imaging program.
• Licensure must include ARRT RT(N)/CT or NMTCB CNMT/CT combinations or equivalent.
• Commitment to educating patients and adhering to safety protocols.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners to produce cross-sectional images for diagnosis.
• Follow established protocols to minimize radiation dose and maintain exam productivity.
• Document exams in CHL and PACS and ensure accurate charge capture.
• Educate patients for understanding and cooperation during testing.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Safety culture

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Radiology, Imaging or related program

Job description

The CT Technologist is responsible for providing high-quality patient care during Computed Tomography (CT) procedures using approved workflows and procedural protocols. Working under direct supervision, this position uses specialized computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross sectional images of the human anatomy which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders.

Essential Job Function

• Operates head or body x-ray scanners which create a computer-generated cross-sectional image, commonly called a CAT (Computed Axial Tomography) Scan.
• Performs routine and special CT exams adhering to established protocols to minimize additional imaging and limit radiation dose, maintaining exam productivity within established benchmarks.
• Completes all exams and documentation in Computerized Health Information (CHL) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), accurately identifying all charges associated with studies and addressing errors for a seamless workflow.
• Educates and prepares patients for their examinations to enhance patient understanding and cooperation during testing and promote a positive patient experience.
• Demonstrates commitment to safe practices, Just Culture, and As Low As Reasonably Achievable (ALARA) principles to eliminate errors and enhance patient outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

• Required: High School Diploma or equivalent Graduate of a Radiology, Imaging or related educational program.

Licensure/Certification/Listing:

• Required: Will accept any of the licenses': RT(R)(CT) RT(N)(CT)NMTCB: CNMT, NMTCB(CT) Combination of ARRT RT(N) and NMTCB(CT) or CNMT and ARRT(CT), Combination of ARRT RT(R) and NMTCB(CT) or ARRT RT(T) and NMTCB(CT)BLS (CPR)-American Red Cross or AHA Healthcare Provider.