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Atrium Health

CT Radiology Tech (Mon-Thurs | 7a-530p)

Atrium Health, Macon, Georgia, us, 31297

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Department: 36317 Navicent Health Medical Center - CT

Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

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rs Per Week: 40

Schedule Details/Additional Information: Varies This position is sign-on bonus eligible. Job Summary Under indirect supervision performs all duties associated with acquisition, processing, submission for interpretation, and archiving of CT images. Responsible for the care of the patient while in the Cat Scan Department. Essential Functions Demonstrates competency in positioning of all CT procedures as prescribed by departmental policy and CT protocols. Communicates with patients to explain procedures, obtain clinical history, confirm acknowledgment of patients' understanding and address any questions or concerns. Positions patient and formulates appropriate techniques to demonstrate cross-sectional anatomy of interest based on accepted radiographic principles. Judges diagnostic quality of finished medical images prior to submission to radiologist for interpretation. Performs venipuncture for administration of radiopaque media and assists in obtaining informed consent as appropriate Reviews all diagnostic imaging requests for appropriateness based on clinical information provided. All questionable orders are communicated to the radiologists for final approval. Takes verbal orders from providers as needed and enters appropriately in RIS system. Prepares and maintains records in accordance with various regulatory agencies and enters patient and study information into the radiology information system, and documents billing codes of procedures performed to ensure accurate patient charges. Assists, communicates, and consults with the Radiologists. Works independently outside the department with providers. Observes patient during radiologic exam for change in status and makes appropriate intervention or contacts primary care givers for instruction. Provides guidance, direction and mentoring for other personnel that maybe assigned to the area in which they are working including student radiographers. Identifies and corrects problems as appropriate with all critical occurrences reported to the next level of authority. Utilizes supplies and equipment in a cost-efficient manner. Maintains all required continuing education and applicable certifications for modality Education, Training, and Experience Must be a High School or GED Diploma Graduate. Graduate of AMA, JRC or Regionally Accredited approved school of Radiologic Technology No post-graduate experience required. ARRT Registered or Registry eligible through the ARRT. ARRT CT registry required in accordance with Work Instruction EMP 8 Pay Range $32.45 - $48.70

Our CommitmenttoYou: 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 – so you can live fully at and away from work, including: Compensation 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, andShort- 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 About Advocate Health Advocate Health

is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names

Advocate Health Care

in Illinois;

Atrium Health

in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and

Aurora Health Care

in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with

Wake Forest University School of Medicine

serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits. CT Radiology Tech (Mon-Thurs | 7a-530p) #J-18808-Ljbffr