CT Technologist - 3rd Shift
Company: Duke Health
Location: Durham
Posted on: September 26, 2024
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Job Description:
At Duke Health, we're driven by a commitment to compassionate
care that changes the lives of patients, their loved ones, and the
greater community. No matter where your talents lie, join us and
discover how we can advance health together. -About Duke Regional
Hospital -Pursue your passion for caring with Duke Regional
Hospital in Durham, North Carolina, which ranks as the number four
hospital in the Raleigh-Durham, North Carolina area, according to
U.S. News and World Report for 2023-2024. Duke Regional Hospital is
the second largest of Duke Health's three hospitals and offers a
comprehensive range of medical, surgical, and diagnostic services,
including orthopedics, weight-loss surgery, women's services, and
heart and vascular services. - -*** This Position is Eligible for
Relocation and $15,000 Commitment Bonus **** -Hours: Monday-Friday
-5:30pm-2am - -General Description of the Job ClassPerform a
variety of specialized tasks involved in the performance of CT
scans. -Duties and Responsibilities of this LevelPerform complex
specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners,
power injectors, and related equipment in accordance with
prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients for CT
scans using patient positioning devices and protective equipment as
necessary.Perform exams accurately per established protocols,
policy, and patient safety standards.Assist radiologist with
imaging procedures, starting IV's, and injecting contrast, if
applicable.Assist radiologist with interventional CT
procedures.Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate
processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label.
Film/transmit to Image Archival System.Schedule patients for
procedures; assist with clerical functions.Charge procedures and
supplies in EHR.Dispense and or order oral contrast to patients for
CT scans.Maintain accurate patient records.Provide orientation and
training to new CT technologists.Provide care for the psychological
and physical needs of patients and their families for CT
scans.Provide education and training to student
technologists.Perform other related duties incidental to the work
therein.Coordinate scheduling and patient flowDemonstrate
proficiency in IV placement for contrast administration.Demonstrate
proficiency and accuracy in performance of all exam
protocols.Assist with the education and training of new physicians
(interns, residents, fellows, and attending's). If
applicable.Assist radiologists and PhD's in developing new
protocols and CT imaging techniques that are unique to
facility.Perform CT specific technical assistance with projects
assigned by supervisor including but not limited to: Team lead, R &
D, protocol development, charge reconciliation and demonstration of
equipment. -**DUHS offers career growth and enrichment within
Imaging services. There is a clinical ladder program with various
steps and opportunities at each hospital within the health system.
-Required Qualifications at this LevelEducationGraduate or
completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for
registry/certification or currently holds required registry or
certification. -ExperienceLevel I must obtain ARRT certification
within 18 months of employment.Level II Minimum of two years'
experience as a CT technologist.Level III A minimum of 4 years'
experience within specialty modality in which they are seeking
promotion. -Degrees, Licensure, and/or CertificationCertification
in one the following required: Radiography (R), Radiation Therapy
(T), Nuclear Medicine Technology (N), CNMT.ARRT registered in
Computed Tomography (CT) required within 18 months of
employment.BLS certification -Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities -
-Distinguishing Characteristics of this Level - Duke is an
Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer committed to
providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's
age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity,
genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual
orientation, or veteran status. - Duke aspires to create a
community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and
belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of
ideas-an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our
perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve
this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community
feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals
are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our
community have a responsibility to uphold these values. - Essential
Physical Job Functions: Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke
University Health System may include essentialjob functions that
require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional
information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation
will be provided by each hiring department. -
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