Travel CT Technologist
Monroe, NC
TalentBurst, Inc
3x12 hrs, Days

JOB DESCRIPTION

CT Technologist

• About Facility:
  • 182 licensed beds
  • Trauma Level IV Designation
  • Teaching Hospital
  • Chest Pain Center
  • Stroke Center
  • Radius rule: Traveler's permanent address must be 50 miles outside of home unit
• Department Information:
  • Average patients/day across modalities: 325
  • Minimum Years of Experience required: at least 1 year
  • Will you accept a first-time traveler? Yes
• Patient Types/Common Diagnoses:
  • Will see a variety of diagnoses across ED, Inpatient and Outpatient areas
• Required License, National Certification, Certs (BLS, ACLS, etc.), or other position specific requirements such as Driver's License and/or Insurance:
  • All modalities will require photo ID – collected during compliance process
  • NC State Licensure is not required
  • CT Tech: BLS; ARRT(R) (CT)
  • Dual Modality CT/DX: BLS; ARRT (R)(CT)
• Skills required:
  • Varies based on modality – discussed during interview
• Support within the Department:
  • Nursing, Transport
• Technology/Equipment:
  • EMR: EPIC
  • Department specific Equipment: Siemens, Client
• Floating:
  • N/A
• Orientation (facility and unit):
  • NEO – online courses
  • 3-5 days departmental depending on modality
• Scheduling:
  • Weekend rotation: depends on position – discussed during interview
  • Call Required: Depends on modality – discussed during interview
  • Holiday Expectations: Travelers will work 75% of holidays
  • RTO: Manager approval
  • Schedule cycle: every 4 weeks
• Other notes:
  • Scrub Color: Black scrubs
  • Parking: Free
  • Department Culture: High volume setting with Team accountability for patient centered care
• Job Summary
• The CT Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols
• and standards. Operates CT Scanners and associated equipment with a high level of
• proficiency. This equipment includes scanner, post processing stations/programs, IV
• contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and patient monitoring
• equipment.
• 
  Essential Functions
• Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and
• questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering
• provider when there are discrepancies.
• Properly identify (Using two patient identifiers) and assist patients while offering a
• brief explanation of the procedures. Prepares patients for the procedure with a full
• explanation and documents on appropriate worksheets.
• Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and
• outpatients EMR's to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical history on
• requisitions. Correlates other test results and laboratory data with exam being
• performed.
• Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of
• dictated results.
• Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. On
• request, records contrast type and amount.
• Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed.
• Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes any additional, reconstructed
• images, and/or measurements as instructed.
• Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of
• any changes in the patient's condition. Initiates life support measures for patients
• when necessary. Assists in "code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
• Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures.
• Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary supplies.
• Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens,
• isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for
• administration by a licensed practitioner.
• Practices principle of radiation safety for self, employees, patients and family
• members. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor
• and clinical engineering/radiology engineer.
• precautions. Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an
• environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and
• infectious disease.
• Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures. Attends all in-service classes
• and completes all required safety modules.
• Performs work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and
• emergency situations where time is critical. Rotates shifts as required including
• call back, holidays, and weekends. Adheres to the Atrium Health attendance
• policy by being punctual and taking measures to prevent absences.
• Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging
• procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration in the MAR.
• Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area
• completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the
• workplace.
• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or
• services in conjunction with a CT scan.
• 
  Physical Requirements
• Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment
• and supplies.
• Occasional standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation.
• Frequently may be required to stretch, bend twist, squat or kneel in the daily operation
• of the CT department.
• May be exposed to various physical conditions throughout the
• day such as walking on hard surfaces, climbing stairs, being near moving equipment.
• Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to ionizing radiation.
• 
  Education, Experience and Certifications
• Graduate of an accredited two-year AMA program in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine
• Technology required. ARRT certification in Radiology, or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine and
• advanced registry from the ARRT in CT scanning within one year of hire required in
• addition to current CPR certification.
• 
  Patient Population Served
• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development. Demonstrates
• the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and
• special needs of the patient population served.