Travel CT Technologist - $2,323 per week

Company: Atrium Health - 10628 Park Rd.
Location: Charlotte
Posted on: November 15, 2024

Job Description:

• Job Details
• 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.
• 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.
• Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
• Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
• 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.
• Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer.
• 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.
• Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.
  • Job Requirements
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience required.
    • Additional Details
    • Physical Requirements: Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.
    • Work requires walking, standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling during normal operations.
    • Requires mental capacity to understand the assigned area of clinical expertise or technology.
    • Motor coordination needed to operate equipment including various computer systems.
    • Intact sense of sight and hearing.
    • Required to use radiation safety, MRI safety, and proper ergonomics to maintain an effective, safe environment

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