CT Technologist,

This role is for a CT Technologist responsible for performing and assisting with computed tomography procedures, including patient preparation, image acquisition, and post-processing. The technologist will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with physicians and other healthcare professionals to ensure high-quality patient care. The position requires proficiency in various CT techniques, adherence to radiation safety protocols, and competency in operating medical imaging equipment and software.

Location: Salisbury, North Carolina, United States.,

Responsibilities:

- Performing computed tomography (CT) scans according to physician orders.
- Preparing patients for procedures, including explaining the process and addressing concerns.
- Administering contrast media as prescribed.
- Performing venipuncture.
- Evaluating image quality and ensuring accurate patient identification and anatomical laterality.
- Maintaining accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR), radiology information system (RIS), and picture archiving and communication system (PACS).
- Adhering to radiation safety protocols and minimizing radiation exposure.
- Operating and maintaining CT equipment.
- Assisting with interventional CT procedures.
- Receiving, relaying, and documenting verbal, written, and electronic orders.
- Performing aspirations and biopsies.
- Performing other duties as assigned.

Required Skills & Certifications:

- Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
- Registered Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification (R).
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
- ARRT Advanced Certification.
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a CT Technologist.
- Proficiency in various CT techniques, including abdomen, pelvis, chest, head and neck, spine, and musculoskeletal imaging.
- Experience with contrast media administration and venipuncture.
- Experience with PACS and RIS systems.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of radiation safety protocols and ALARA principles.
- Experience with Siemens CT scanners preferred.
- Experience with McKesson unit systems.

Preferred Skills & Certifications:

- Experience with pediatric acute care.
- Proficiency in multiplanar reconstruction (MPR).
- Experience with biopsies, colonography, and drainage procedures.
- Experience with vascular CTAs.
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
- Experience with extremities, abdomen/GI, spine/pelvis, head, chest/thorax, musculoskeletal imaging, fluoroscopy studies, lower extremities, upper extremities, and enema studies.

Special Considerations:

- On-call requirement of 3 days every 4 weeks, with a 30-minute response time.
- Floating between the ER scanner and the main department scanner.
- Return-to-office (RTO) is not allowed.
- First-time travelers are accepted.
- Community hospital experience and adult acute care experience are preferred.

Scheduling:

- 3 twelve-hour shifts (3x12s) and 1 ten-hour shift (1x10) per week, totaling 37 hours.
- Wednesday, Thursday, Friday 10 PM - 7 AM, Saturday 9 PM - 7 AM.