CT Technologist (Per Diem) Position Available In Johnston, North Carolina

Job Description:

Job DescriptionDescriptionBecome part of an inclusiveorganization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission isto improve the health and well-being of the unique communities weserve. Join the UNC Health Team as a CT Tech!

Summary:

Conductsprocedures and tests using Computerized Tomography (CT) equipmentto acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data.

Per diem positionfor

NIGHTSResponsibilities:

1. Patient Identification- Usesprofessional manners and methods, verifies patient identification,obtains patient history, assists patients and family members thatrequire extra attention, insures patient understanding wheneverpossible, and insures patient safety. Verifies patientidentification, asks and documents pregnancy status on patients ofchild bearing age.2. CT Scans- Obtains images per protocols,manipulates images according to protocols, performs multi-planarand 3D reconstruction of image data, demonstrates a thoroughknowledge of CT algorithms, and selects appropriate window andlevel setting according to anatomy.3. Contrast- Administers oralcontrast to adult and pediatric patients according to protocols,establishes intravenous lines, administers IV contrast followingsafe and proper injection procedures, follows correct procedure todetermine contrast eligibility, checks appropriate lab valuesbefore contrast injection per protocol.4. Image Transfer- Maintainsthorough understanding of PACS, and transmits images to QC, UNCH’sEMR, EPIC and PACS, verifies and segments images at the QC station,accesses IMPAX service tools to verify images transmission,completes, modifies and/or cancels orders in an appropriate andtimely manner, cancels duplicate orders to avoid duplicate billing.

Insures that all charge information is accurate. Verifies patientidentification in accordance with UNC policy, insures that allappropriate demographic information is accurate and on the PACSimages.5. Other Duties- Performs task in a timely manner, runs theschedule creating a consistent workflow, volunteers to work onchallenging tasks, difficult procedures and new research, producesquality diagnostic images, reviews patient’s chart and reports forcorrelation, maintains a clean and orderly work environment,creates and keeps documentation of incidents as improvementopportunities for employees and the department. Precept newemployees and students.

Other InformationOther information:

EducationRequirements:

• Completion of an accredited educational program inRadiological Science or completion within 3 months at time ofapplication.

Licensure/Certification Requirements:

• Must beregistered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences orregistry eligible.

For registry eligible candidates:

must provide acopy of diploma from accredited program.

• Requires advancedcertification in CT within one year of employment.
• Successfulcandidates must become registered within one year of employment andmust maintain their registry status and continuing educationrequirements annually.
• All imaging specialists are required tomaintain current competency in HCP BLS.

Professional ExperienceRequirements:

• Prior education, training and experience thatprovides the ability to perform the assignedtasks.

Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements:

Job DetailsLegalEmployer:

NCHEALTHEntity:

Johnston HealthOrganization Unit:

CT Scan- CL Work Type:

Per DiemStandard Hours Per Week:

4.00

Work Schedule:

VariableLocation of Job:

US:

NC:

ClaytonExempt From Overtime:

Exempt:

NoSalary Range:

$27.89 – $40.09 per hour (Hiring Range)Pay offersare determined by experience and internal equity.

This position isemployed by NC Health (Rex Healthcare, Inc., d/b/a NC Health), aprivate, fully-owned subsidiary of UNC Heath Care System. This isnot a State employed position. Qualified applicants will beconsidered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex,sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability,or status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable accommodations for applicants’ andemployees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as applicantsand employees with disabilities. All interested applicants areinvited to apply for career opportunities. Please emailapplicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonableaccommodation to search and/or to apply for a careeropportunity.