CT Technologist - Ambulatory Imaging (PRN) (258107)

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Pursue your passion for caring with Duke University Hospital in Durham North Carolina which is consistently ranked among the best in the United States. The largest of Duke Healths four hospitals with 1062 patient beds it features comprehensive diagnostic and therapeutic facilities including a regional emergency/trauma center an endo-surgery center and more.

CT Technologist - Ambulatory Imaging (PRN)

Location: Duke Health Ambulatory Centers

Duke Health Heritage: 3000 Rogers RdSuite 120
Wake Forest NC 27587

Duke Health Center Arringdon: 5601 Arringdon Park DrSuite 110
Morrisville NC 27560

Duke Imaging Cary Pkwy: 3700 NW Cary Pkwy
Suite 120 Cary NC 27513

Work Schedule: PRN with a minimum of four shifts per month 1st shift only floating between all three locations

Duke University Health System seeks to hire an experienced CT Technologist who will embrace our mission of Advancing Health Together. The Ambularoty Imaging position serves our three free standing Ambulatory Imaging centers where we provide abdominal imaging breast imaging cardiac imaging musculoskeletal imaging and thoracic imaging. We have one CT scanner and room at each location. This position will float in between all three locations to serve our Ambulatory Surgical and Primary Care patients.

What you will do:

• Perform 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 IVs 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 flow
• Demonstrate 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 attendings). If applicable.
• Assist radiologists and PhDs 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:

Education:

Graduate or completion of program that meets eligibility requirements for registry/certification or currently holds required registry or certification.

Experience:

A minimum of two years experience as a CT Technologist

Degrees Licensure and/or Certification

Certification in one of the following required: Radiography (R) Radiation Therapy (T) Nuclear Medicine Technology (N) CNMT.

ARRT registered in Computed Tomography (CT) required

BLS certification.

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