Dual CT​/DX Technologist - Union West Nights

Department: 36398 Atrium Health Union West - Radiology:
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Status: Full time

Benefits Eligible: Yes

Hours Per Week: 40

Weeknights, Dual Modality (CT/DX), Monday - Thursday, 7:30p-6a.

A sign on bonus is offered for this position to eligible candidates.

$32.45 - $48.70

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Atrium Health Union West is one of the newest hospitals within the Atrium Health System, with a 40‑bed hospital, emergency department and specialty care center all wrapped into one location, and with extra amenities to help restore your body and mind. Patients receive unrivaled clinical care, the highest level of support with a patient‑first focus in an environment designed for wellness.

Emergency Department provides 24‑hour emergency medical services to the Union County and surrounding communities. From broken bones and severe cuts to heart attacks and strokes, we are prepared to provide patients of all ages the highest level of emergency care. Our expert staff includes physicians who are board‑certified in emergency medicine. Plus, we are backed by the breadth and depth of Carolinas Medical Center, the region’s only Level I Trauma Center.

• Treatment rooms, including one designated as a trauma/resuscitation room
• Private observation rooms for monitoring
• Physicians board‑certified in emergency medicine
• Emergency‑trained staff to treat urgent and emergency situations
• On‑call medical specialists available for consultation
• A full range of laboratory services
• An array of advanced diagnostic imaging services, including the most up‑to‑date CT scanner, digital X‑ray and ultrasound
• Bedside registration for convenience and privacy
• Bedside delivery of prescriptions prior to departure
• Emergency transportation by ambulance for critically ill or injured patients

Check out this video if interested in learning more about the benefits of joining our facilities:
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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.

• 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 blood borne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and procedures.
• Is authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed for…