Computed Tomography Technologist

Job Description

Job Description

At VECRA, Inc., we're driven to provide compassionate care that enhances the lives of our patients, their loved ones, and the communities we serve. VECRA has a requirement for two(2) qualified Computed Tomography Technologists who will embrace our mission of providing compassionate care while advancing healthcare needs.

ROLES and RESPONSIBILITIES

The Computed Tomography Technologist’s roles and responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:

· 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 imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if applicable.

· 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.

· Charge procedures and supplies in EHR.

· 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.

· Assist with the education and training of new physicians (interns, residents, fellows, and attending's). If applicable.

· Assist radiologists and PhD's in developing new protocols and CT imaging techniques that are unique to facility.

· 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.

· Perform essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities within the role.

This list is not intended to be comprehensive. Additions may be made at the discretion of contract needs. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) in this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

Required Skills:

· 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), Radiation Therapy (T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT.

· ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of employment.

· BLS certification.

· Ability to maintain privacy and confidentiality

DESIRED SKILLS

§ CT Technologist - Inpatient & Emergency Imaging

§ Strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to interact with internal/external customers and across organizational elements.

§ Demonstrated teamwork skills

§ Superior problem solving and critical thinking skills

§ Excellent organizational, interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

EDUCATION

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

OTHER

Shift: Days/Nights/Overnights/Weekends/Holidays: Final Shift TBD

Schedule: Full time, Final Schedule TBD

Job Class: Healthcare

Location | Place of Performance: Camp Lejeune (NC)

Salary: Commiserate with experience

Telework or Virtual: NO

Req Type: Exempt Full-Time

BENEFITS

We offer a competitive benefits package for full-time employees to include paid holidays, paid time off, 401k, medical, dental, short and long-term disability.

VECRA, Inc. is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. VECRA is committed to administering all employment and personnel actions on the basis of merit and free of discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability. VECRA maintains a drug-free workplace and performs pre-employment substance abuse testing and background checks, where permitted by law.

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