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Company: Atrium Health - 10628 Park Rd.
Location: Charlotte, NC
Career Level: Entry Level
Industries: Recruitment Agency, Staffing, Job Board

Description

    Job Details
  • 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.
  • Essential Functions Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient.
  • 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.
  • Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition.
  • Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary.
  • 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.
  • Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer.
  • 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.
  • Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.
    Job Requirements
  • Minimum of 1-2 years of experience required.
    Additional Details
  • Physical Requirements: Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies.
  • Work requires walking, standing, sitting, reaching, stooping, bending, pushing, and pulling during normal operations.
  • Requires mental capacity to understand the assigned area of clinical expertise or technology.
  • Motor coordination needed to operate equipment including various computer systems.
  • Intact sense of sight and hearing.
  • Required to use radiation safety, MRI safety, and proper ergonomics to maintain an effective, safe environment


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