CT Technologist
Company: UNC Health
Location: Hillsborough
Posted on: March 19, 2026
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Job Description:
Description Become part of an inclusive organization with over
40,000 teammates, whose mission is to improve the health and
well-being of the unique communities we serve. This position
qualifies for a $15,000 commitment incentive which will be paid
over a three (3) year work commitment. Equal installments will be
paid after each six (6) months of work completed. Learn more about
the incentive program here:
https://jobs.unchealthcare.org/pages/imaging-commitment-incentive-program
Summary : Conducts procedures and tests using Computerized
Tomography (CT) equipment to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic
data. Hours: Saturday, Sunday, Monday 8:00am - 8:30pm
Responsibilities : 1. Patient Identification- Uses professional
manners and methods, verifies patient identification, obtains
patient history, assists patients and family members that require
extra attention, insures patient understanding whenever possible,
and insures patient safety. Verifies patient identification, asks
and documents pregnancy status on patients of child bearing age. 2.
CT Scans- Obtains images per protocols, manipulates images
according to protocols, performs multi-planar and 3D reconstruction
of image data, demonstrates a thorough knowledge of CT algorithms,
and selects appropriate window and level setting according to
anatomy. 3. Contrast- Administers oral contrast to adult and
pediatric patients according to protocols, establishes intravenous
lines, administers IV contrast following safe and proper injection
procedures, follows correct procedure to determine contrast
eligibility, checks appropriate lab values before contrast
injection per protocol. 4. Image Transfer- Maintains thorough
understanding of PACS, and transmits images to QC, UNCH’s EMR, EPIC
and PACS, verifies and segments images at the QC station, accesses
IMPAX service tools to verify images transmission, completes,
modifies and/or cancels orders in an appropriate and timely manner,
cancels duplicate orders to avoid duplicate billing. Insures that
all charge information is accurate. Verifies patient identification
in accordance with UNC policy, insures that all appropriate
demographic information is accurate and on the PACS images. 5.
Other Duties- Performs task in a timely manner, runs the schedule
creating a consistent workflow, volunteers to work on challenging
tasks, difficult procedures and new research, produces quality
diagnostic images, reviews patient's chart and reports for
correlation, maintains a clean and orderly work environment,
creates and keeps documentation of incidents as improvement
opportunities for employees and the department. Precept new
employees and students. Other Information Other information:
Education Requirements: ? Completion of an accredited educational
program in Radiological Science or completion within 3 months at
time of application. Licensure/Certification Requirements: ? Must
be registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences
or registry eligible. For registry eligible candidates: must
provide a copy of diploma from accredited program. ? Requires
advanced certification in CT within one year of employment. ?
Successful candidates must become registered within one year of
employment and must maintain their registry status and continuing
education requirements annually. ? All imaging specialists are
required to maintain current competency in HCP BLS. Professional
Experience Requirements: ? Prior education, training and experience
that provides the ability to perform the assigned tasks.
Knowledge/Skills/and Abilities Requirements: Job Details Legal
Employer: STATE Entity: UNC Medical Center Hillsborough
Organization Unit: Computed Tomography HBOH Work Type: Full Time
Standard Hours Per Week: 36.00 Salary Range: $33.37 - $47.95 per
hour (Hiring Range) Pay offers are determined by experience and
internal equity Work Assignment Type: Onsite Work Schedule: Weekend
Location of Job: US:NC:Hillsborough Exempt From Overtime: Exempt:
No This is a State position employed by UNC Health Care System with
UNC Health benefits. If, however, you are presently an employee of
another North Carolina agency and currently participate in TSERS or
the ORP, you will be eligible to continue participating in those
plans at UNC Health. Qualified applicants will be considered
without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or
status as a protected veteran. UNC Health makes reasonable
accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices
and beliefs, as well as applicants and employees with disabilities.
All interested applicants are invited to apply for career
opportunities. Please email
applicant.accommodations@unchealth.unc.edu if you need a reasonable
accommodation to search and/or to apply for a career
opportunity.
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