Travel CT Tech in Shelby, NC at Cynet Health
Shelby, NC 28150
About the Job
**Job Title:** CT Technologist
**Job Specialty:** CT Scan
**Job Duration:** 15 weeks
**Shift:** Friday-Sunday, 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
**Guaranteed Hours:** 36 hours per week
**Experience:** Minimum of 1-2 years required
**License:** ARRT (CT) required
**Certifications:** BLS (AHA or ARC) required
**Must-Have:** Trauma, Cardiac, and Stroke experience preferred
**Job Description:**
- Perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
- Operate CT scanners and associated equipment with high proficiency, including post-processing stations, IV contrast injectors, and patient monitoring equipment.
- Examine requests and verify orders; consult with a Radiologist for discrepancies.
- Identify and assist patients while providing a brief explanation of procedures.
- Prepare patients for procedures and document necessary information.
- Interview patients for medical history and correlate other test results with the exam.
- Assume responsibility for exams until completion of dictated results.
- Administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols and document accordingly.
- Evaluate technical quality of images and consult with a Radiologist if necessary.
- Recognize abnormalities and process additional images or measurements as instructed.
- Inform nursing personnel of any changes in patient condition; initiate life support measures if needed.
- Assist in medical emergencies and adhere to sterile technique during invasive procedures.
- Practice radiation safety for self, colleagues, patients, and family members.
- Report malfunctioning equipment and maintain a neat work area.
- Assist other medical personnel during exams/services in conjunction with CT scans.
- Follow infection control policies and obtain medication/contrast materials as directed.
- Operate radiology computer systems and document contrast administration.
Maintain the skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the role, including proficiency in radiation safety, MRI safety, ergonomic practices, and patient monitoring.
**Job Specialty:** CT Scan
**Job Duration:** 15 weeks
**Shift:** Friday-Sunday, 9:00 AM - 9:30 PM
**Guaranteed Hours:** 36 hours per week
**Experience:** Minimum of 1-2 years required
**License:** ARRT (CT) required
**Certifications:** BLS (AHA or ARC) required
**Must-Have:** Trauma, Cardiac, and Stroke experience preferred
**Job Description:**
- Perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
- Operate CT scanners and associated equipment with high proficiency, including post-processing stations, IV contrast injectors, and patient monitoring equipment.
- Examine requests and verify orders; consult with a Radiologist for discrepancies.
- Identify and assist patients while providing a brief explanation of procedures.
- Prepare patients for procedures and document necessary information.
- Interview patients for medical history and correlate other test results with the exam.
- Assume responsibility for exams until completion of dictated results.
- Administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols and document accordingly.
- Evaluate technical quality of images and consult with a Radiologist if necessary.
- Recognize abnormalities and process additional images or measurements as instructed.
- Inform nursing personnel of any changes in patient condition; initiate life support measures if needed.
- Assist in medical emergencies and adhere to sterile technique during invasive procedures.
- Practice radiation safety for self, colleagues, patients, and family members.
- Report malfunctioning equipment and maintain a neat work area.
- Assist other medical personnel during exams/services in conjunction with CT scans.
- Follow infection control policies and obtain medication/contrast materials as directed.
- Operate radiology computer systems and document contrast administration.
Maintain the skills necessary to safely and effectively perform the role, including proficiency in radiation safety, MRI safety, ergonomic practices, and patient monitoring.
