CT Technologist Part Time

CT Technologist Part Time at AdventHealth Hendersonville summary:

A part-time CT Technologist responsible for performing neuro and body imaging scans on patients of all ages, following established protocols and safety guidelines. Duties include patient education, screening for contrast allergies, operating imaging equipment safely, maintaining infection control, and ensuring high-quality diagnostic images. The role also involves communication with physicians, managing exam orders via computer systems, and adhering to safety and regulatory standards.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One
• Paid Days Off from Day One
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. Its about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: Part-time

Shift: Day

Location: 101 Hospital Dr, Columbus, NC 28722

The role you'll contribute:

Under general supervision, primary duties include imaging both neuro and body scans on patients from neonate to geriatric, following the age specific guidelines of the facilities parameters, transmitting images for diagnostic interpretation, and keeping the hospital computer system up to date with the progress of these exams. The CT technologist actively participates in outstanding customer service and accepts responsibility in maintaining relationships that are equally respectful to all, while implementing the principles of the facility

The value you'll bring to the team

• Performs all exams using established protocols. Uses facility policy for proper identification of patient prior to performing exam. Educates patient concerning exam. Properly screens patients for any contrast allergies
• Completes all exams in a timely manner, keeps workflow moving, and minimizes empty table time. Follows through after completing exam with communication and transportation of patients
• Performs all types of imaging procedures and operates all equipment safely and properly including scanners, injectors, monitors, and medical equipment. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform scans on patients on all ages, adapting protocols as necessary
• Properly screens patients of childbearing age and operates all imaging equipment in a safe manner minimizing radiation exposure to patients, families, and co-workers. Practices infection control standards and utilizes approved PPE and disinfectant agents. Maintains properly stocked, organized and clean room. Performs vendor required QA on CT scanners. Employee job duties may include transport of pharmaceutical waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area. Employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling pharmaceutical waste) to include proper handling and transport of pharmaceutical waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment, if applicable
• Reviews all images of all exams, repeating images as necessary for best possible result. If necessary, notify physician of emergent findings according to established protocol
• Uses computer system for ordering, changing, and canceling exams according to protocol. Confirms order matches exam before pushing to PACS or correctly 'fixes' exams on workstation or PACS

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Completion of radiologic technology training and A.R.R.T. registration
• General radiographer state license as required by state if applicable
• Computed Tomography A.R.R.T.(CT) certification PREFERRED

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. The salary range reflects the anticipated base pay range for this position. Individual compensation is determined based on skills, experience and other relevant factors within this pay range. The minimums and maximums for each position may vary based on geographical location.

Category: Radiology/Imaging

Organization: AdventHealth Polk

Schedule: Part-time

Shift: 1 - Day

Req ID: 25000520

We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.

Keywords:

CT Technologist, Computed Tomography, Radiologic Technology, Patient Imaging, Diagnostic Imaging, Medical Imaging Equipment, Radiation Safety, Infection Control, Healthcare, ARRT Certification