Advocate Health Care

CT Technologist I, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

Advocate Health Care$68K — $103K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
  • ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine required.
  • Advanced registry from ARRT in CT to be obtained within one year of hire.
  • BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

  • Examine requests and verify orders for each patient; consult with Radiologist on discrepancies.
  • Identify patients correctly and explain procedures prior to exams.
  • Interview patients for comprehensive medical history and document findings.
  • Assume responsibility for exams from start to finish, ensuring quality results.
  • Prepare and administer IV contrast following protocols; document details as needed.
  • Evaluate technical quality of images and collaborate with Radiologist for improvements.
  • Perform basic patient care and assist in emergency procedures.

Benefits

  • $15,000 sign-on bonus; New graduates eligible for $10,000.
  • $5,000 relocation assistance for qualified candidates.
  • Full-time status with 36 hours per week.
  • Supportive work environment with opportunities for further training and development.
Full Job Description
Department:

36395 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - CT: Emergency Department

Status:

Full time

Benefits Eligible:

Yes

Hours Per Week:

36

Schedule Details/Additional Information:

Monday Tuesday Thursday; 8:30a-9p

Pay Range:
$33.05 - $49.60

This position is Sign On Bonus Eligible

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 sign-on bonus ($10,000 for New Graduates), provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements
  • Relocation Assistance: $5,000 Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates
  • Location: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC


YOU'LL NEED:
  • Graduate of an institution accredited by an agency that ARRT recognizes in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
  • ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine and advanced registry from the ARRT in CT within one year of hire required.
  • BLS required.


ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
  • Examines requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exam. Contacts ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
  • 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.
  • Performs basic patient care functions. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient's condition. Initiates life support measures for patients when necessary. Assists in "code blue" procedures during medical emergencies.
  • 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. Follows appropriate radiation safety standards
  • Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineer precautions. Maintains knowledge and skills required to work safely in an environment that can create significant exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
  • Adheres to the hospital fire and safety procedures. Attends all in-service classes and completes all required safety modules.
  • Performs work in an accurate and timely manner in periods of crisis and emergency situations where time is critical. Rotates shifts as required including call back, holidays, and weekends. Adheres to the Atrium Health attendance policy by being punctual and taking measures to prevent absences.
  • 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. Keeps area completely stocked. Cleans all work areas to promote cleanliness in the workplace.
  • Assists other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services in conjunction with a CT scan.


SKILLS/QUALIFICATIONS:

Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development. Demonstrates the skills and competency appropriate to the ages, culture, developmental stages, and special needs of the patient population served.

DISCLAIMER

All responsibilities and requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only responsibilities to be performed by an employee occupying this job or position. Employees must follow any other job-related instructions and perform any other job-related duties requested by their leaders.

About Advocate Health Care

Advocate Health Care is a not-for-profit, faith-based health system providing comprehensive health care services to the people of Illinois. The organization is the largest fully integrated health care delivery system in Illinois, with more than 500 sites of care and 12 hospitals, including two of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals, the state’s largest integrated children’s network, five Level I trauma centers (the state’s highest designation in trauma care), three Level II trauma centers, one of the area’s largest home health and hospice companies and one of the region’s largest medical groups. Advocate Health Care trains more primary care physicians and residents at its four teaching hospitals than any other health system in the state. As a not-for-profit, mission-based health system affiliated with the Evangelical Lutheran Church in America and the United Church of Christ, Advocate contributed $1.6 billion in charitable care and services to communities across Chicagoland and Central Illinois in 2019.
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1976

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