CT Technologist II - Chapel Hill - UNC Health

Description

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Job Summary

We are seeking a skilled CT Technologist to conduct complex procedures and tests using Computed Tomography (CT) equipment. The ideal candidate will work collaboratively with various teams to obtain necessary imaging for advanced diagnoses and treatment options.

Responsibilities

• Conducts complex procedures and tests using Computed Tomography (CT) equipment to acquire and analyze patient diagnostic data.
• Assists the radiologist in performing high-risk invasive diagnostic techniques such as needle biopsies, aspirations, CT-guided joint injections, and CT-guided needle-wire placement exams for surgery.
• Evaluates any contraindications, such as medications, insufficient patient preparation or the patient's inability, or unwillingness to tolerate the procedure, notifying care teams and coordinating appropriate care, prior to the patient's arrival, if possible.
• Performs CTA perfusion, Code IA/Stroke/Bat, Red Trauma Series, Yellow Trauma Series, ROSC, and Portable CT procedures, as defined by the procedure and/or physician.
• Recognizes diagnostic characteristics of normal and abnormal scans, anatomy, and questionable findings, alerting Radiologist for escalation of and/or additional care.
• Demonstrates ability to manipulate parameters for CT Gated Watchman and Cardiac exams, including but not limited to proper manipulation of monitoring devices and competency manipulating both equipment and computer parameters.
• Analyzes scan data throughout the course of the examination so that a comprehensive exam is completed and sufficient data is provided to the physician; along with any notes regarding complications that may have impacted quality of scan/images.

Requirements

• Completion of an accredited educational program in Radiological Science with an advanced registry in Computed Tomography.
• Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiological Sciences or registry eligible.
• Requires advanced certification in CT.
• Successful candidates must maintain their registry status and continuing education requirements annually.

Additional Requirements

• Three (3) years of experience as a CT Technologist.
• All imaging specialists are required to maintain current competency in HCP BLS.