CT Technologist

Location: Boone North Carolina Full-Time Friday - Sunday (Days)

As a CT Technologist at UNC Health Appalachian you play a vital role in delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging that directly supports patient diagnosis treatment and outcomes. Youll combine advanced technical expertise with compassionate patient interaction while working in a collaborative environment focused on safety quality and service excellenceall in the heart of the High Country.

Compensation:Starting at$33.44 /hour depending on experience education certifications and internal equity.
Benefits: Comprehensive medical dental and vision coverage; HSA; supplemental insurance; PTO; 403(b) with employer match; tuition reimbursement; paid parental leave; wellness incentives; and more.

• Perform computed tomography (CT) imaging procedures following physician orders and established protocols.

• Provide direct and indirect patient care services tailored to individual patient needs.

• Ensure patient safety comfort and dignity throughout imaging procedures.

• Communicate effectively with patients families physicians leadership and healthcare team members.

• Maintain accurate documentation and imaging records in compliance with regulatory standards.

• Operate CT equipment safely and efficiently while adhering to radiation safety guidelines.

• Respond promptly and appropriately to changes in patient condition and emergency situations.

• Demonstrate ARHS Mission Vision and Values through professionalism accountability and teamwork.

• Support coworkers patients families and visitors within scope of practice and licensure.

• Graduate of an AMA-accredited radiologic sciences program.

• Applicable registry credential required; R-CT preferred.

• Clinical radiographic and imaging experience from an AMA-accredited health science program required.

• One (1) year of diagnostic radiology experience preferred.

• Ability to successfully complete the CT Technologist Level II orientation program.

• CT registry required within two (2) years of achieving Level II competency.

• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association required at time of hire.

• Ability to communicate courteously and effectively with patients families staff and physicians using positive verbal and non-verbal skills.

• Competence in delivering safe and effective patient care within the legal limits of licensure certifications and hospital policies.

• Knowledge of the continuum of care provided within the patient care department.

• Strong customer service skills with a commitment to patient-centered care.

• Continuous standing and walking for 8 hours per shift.

• Speaking reading and writing for extended periods (8 hours per day).

• Exposure to vibration and cramped spaces for more than 1 hour per day.

• Frequent patient mobilization exceeding 4 hours per day.

• Frequent lifting carrying pushing and pulling of 50 pounds or more.

• Frequent bending squatting kneeling twisting turning and reaching.

• Frequent fine motor use involving hands fingers and wrists with moderate dexterity.

• Frequent close eye work and exposure to soft voices at distances greater than 3 feet.

• Frequent exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation including X-ray and microwave.

• Regular exposure to bloodborne pathogens.

• Exposure to electrical mechanical and power equipment hazards.

• Exposure to unpleasant elements such as accidents injuries slippery surfaces and uneven terrain.

• Must be able to respond to emergency or crisis situations.

• Subject to irregular hours including days evenings nights weekends and holidays.

• On-call coverage required.

UNC Health Appalachian is proud to be a leader in High Country healthcare earning an A Leapfrog Patient Safety Grade. Our system includes three hospitals 13 medical practices Seby B. Jones Regional Cancer Center The Rehabilitation Center and Appalachian Regional Healthcare Foundation. We remain committed to improving health enhancing quality of life and making life better for our community.

UNC Health Appalachian embraces diversity and does not discriminate based on race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin age disability or any other protected status. We are committed to a fair and inclusive hiring process.

Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check and drug screening.
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