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CT Technologist - Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center Main FT Nights

Atrium Health, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245

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Department:

36317 Carolinas Medical Center - CT Status:

Full time Benefits Eligible:

Yes Hours Per Week:

40 Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Weeknights, Monday - Thursday, 8:15pm to 6:45am. Call required. Holiday rotation required. A

sign-on bonus

is offered for this position to eligible candidates Pay Range : $32.45 - $48.70 Interested in being considered? Please apply, and a Talent acquisition team member will contact you with the next steps via email or phone. Atrium Health’s Carolinas Medical Center (CMC)

is the flagship hospital of Atrium Health, distinguished throughout the Southeast for its excellent patient care and medical expertise. CMC serves as the region’s only Level 1 trauma center and is an approved transplant center for heart, kidney, pancreas, and liver. Job Summary

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. Major Responsibilities

Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Properly identifies and assists patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures. Interviews patients for a complete medical history. Reviews in-patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history. Assumes responsibility for the exam from beginning of exam until completion of dictated results. Prepares and administers IV contrast according to departmental protocols. Evaluates technical quality of images and consults with a Radiologist if needed. Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Performs CT scanning and assists Radiologist/PA during invasive procedures. 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 precautions. 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. Operates radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging procedures/supplies. 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. Minimum Job Requirements

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. Our Commitment to You:

Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more. Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job Incentive pay for select positions Opportunity for annual increases based on performance Benefits and more Paid Time Off programs Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs Educational Assistance Program

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