Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II

Tidelands Health


Date: 2 days ago
City: Exmouth
Contract type: Part time
Employee Type:

PRN

Work Shift:

Day - 12 hour shift (United States of America)

Join Team Tidelands and help people live better lives through better health!

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist II

Are you passionate about quality and committed to excellence? Consider joining our Tidelands Health team. As our region's largest health care provider, we are also one of our area's largest employers. More than 2,500 team members at more than 70 Tidelands Health locations bring our healing mission to life each day.

A Brief Overview

The Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist is a highly skilled professional who uses specialized computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross sectional images of human anatomy which aid radiologists in diagnosing a wide variety of diseases and disorders. Technologist may perform radiographic procedures at a technical level requiring sound understanding of anatomical positioning and physiology; a high degree of technical competency and with the ability to act with initiative and ingenuity with minimal supervision. Apply ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis in adult and/or pediatric radiology as needed. Employees in this position will be responsible for inpatient on-call and shift rotation.

What You Will Do

  • Review outpatient orders prior to day of procedure to ensure accuracy and to avoid delay in patient care.
  • Provide excellent patient care by educating and preparing patients for their procedure while utilizing effective communication.
  • Obtain and document accurate patient medical history to assist radiologist’s interpretation.
  • Prepare to operate CT equipment to capture the appropriate images following the protocol set forth by the radiologist, and determine and set appropriate technical parameters to accurately demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
  • Position and instruct patient while utilizing protective shielding, immobilization, and supportive devices as required.
  • Perform and complete procedures as required based on physician’s order, and a variety of diagnostic procedures (x-ray); including but not limited to digital and mobile imaging as needed at applicable locations.
  • Administer contrast dye when necessary to enhance imaging and ensure patient comfort and safety for the duration of their procedure.
  • Start I.V., load and operate power injector, and administer contrast media as directed and per protocol.
  • Cleaning and maintaining all imaging equipment.
  • May also assist with mentoring and/or training students, new hires.

Education Qualifications

  • Associate's Degree under the completion of a Radiologic Technology program Required or
  • Certificate under the completion of CT technology certification program Required

Experience Qualifications

  • Minimum one (1) year Radiologic Technology experience Required
  • Minimum one (1) year CT experience Preferred

Skills And Abilities

  • Understand and utilize ALARA concepts and critical thinking
  • Time management
  • Effective communication
  • Proficiency in IV access for contrast media administration

Licenses and Certifications

  • Computed Tomography - American Registry Radiologic Technologist or registry eligible (if eligible, CT certification must be obtained within 24 months of hire/transfer date) Required
  • Computed Tomography - South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association Required
  • Basic Life Support Certified - American Heart Association Required

PAT Rating

Medium Physical Agility Test (PAT) Rating

The intent of this job description is to provide a representative and level of the types of duties and responsibilities that will be required of positions given this title and shall not be construed as a contract for employment nor a declaration of the total of the specific duties and responsibilities of any particular position. Employees may be directed to perform tasks other than those specifically presented in this description. Tidelands Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

Tidelands Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). Tidelands Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants for employment on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, marital status, veteran status, gender, genetic information, familial status, or any other legally protected status.

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