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Advocate Aurora Health · 3 months ago

CT/DX Technologist - Multi-Modality - Atrium Health SouthPark FT Weekend Nights

Charlotte, NC - 6965 Fairview Rd

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$32.45/hr - $48.70/hr

Advocate Aurora Health is a leading nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, and they are seeking a CT Technologist I for their Atrium Health SouthPark facility. The role involves performing CT procedures, operating CT scanners, and ensuring patient care while adhering to safety protocols and departmental standards.

Health Care

Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies

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

Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary. Assists in “code blue” procedures during medical emergencies

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. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards

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. Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules

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

Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace

Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan