CT Technologist Weekender - Atrium Health Union FT Nights

Please apply, and a Talent acquisition team member will contact you regarding the next steps via email or phone. Atrium Health Union is a 182-bed hospital in Monroe, NC, providing comprehensive emergency services and specialty medical care. The campus offers a variety of medical services, including a day surgery center, cancer treatment center, long-term care facility, behavioral health center, specialty care clinics, a community wellness and outreach program, a women and children’s center, interventional heart program and physician practices. For more than 15 years this hospital has been serving the Monroe area, and we have worked to add new services and more specialized physicians and programs to meet the growing health care needs of our community.

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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.

Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. 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.
~Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition.

Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies.
~ Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures. Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection contr ol policies and procedures.
~Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for administration by a licensed practitioner.
~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. 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.
~Keeps area completely stocked. Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.

Education, Certification / License, Work Experience  
Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes Radiologic Technology. 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.

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. All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.