CT Technologist, 3rd shift Weekends, Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist

CT Technologist I

Job Information

• Department: 36395 Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center - CT: Emergency Department
• Status: Full time
• Benefits Eligible: Yes
• Hours per week: 40
• Schedule Details/Additional Information: 3rd shift weekends
• Pay range: $33.05 - $49.60

Position Highlights

• Sign-On Bonus: $15,000 sign-on bonus, provided the candidate meets the eligibility requirements OR $10,000 for new graduates.
• Relocation Assistance: $5,000 Relocation Assistance for qualified candidates
• Location: Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center, Winston-Salem, NC
• Shift Schedule: Full Time; Weekend Nights

Benefits

• Day 1 Health Coverage: choose from either copay or HSA-eligible health insurance options starting on your first day of work.
• Generous PTO: accrual starts at 25 days per year, used for vacations, illness, holidays, and personal matters.
• Retirement: up to 7% employer-paid retirement contributions.
• Paid Time Off programs.
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and short‑and‑long‑term disability.
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses.
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave.
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs.
• Educational Assistance Program.
• Base compensation within pay range based on qualifications and experience.
• Premium pay such as shift and on‑call; incentive pay for select positions.
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an institution accredited by an agency recognized by ARRT in Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technology.
• ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for Nuclear Medicine and an advanced registry from the ARRT in CT within one year of hire.
• BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Examine requests and verify orders for each assigned patient. Refer and question orders to the radiologist before performing the exam. Contact ordering provider when there are discrepancies.
• Properly identify patients using two patient identifiers and assist patients with a brief explanation of procedures. Prepare patients for the procedure with a full explanation and document on appropriate worksheets.
• Interview patients for complete medical history. Review in‑patients, ER, and outpatients EMR’s to obtain pertinent clinical history. Record medical history on requisitions. Correlate other test results and laboratory data with exam being performed.
• Assume responsibility for the exam from beginning until completion of dictated results.
• Prepare and administer IV contrast according to departmental protocols. Record contrast type and amount when requested.
• Evaluate technical quality of images and consult with a radiologist if needed. Recognize abnormal anatomy and process any additional or reconstructed images as instructed.
• Perform basic patient care functions. Inform appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in the patient’s condition. Initiate life support measures when necessary. Assist in code blue procedures during medical emergencies.
• Perform CT scanning and assist radiologist/PA during invasive procedures. Practice proper sterile technique in preparation of supplies. Perform all invasive procedures in accordance with bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies.
• Authorized to obtain medication or contrast material as directed by a licensed practitioner.
• Practice radiation safety for self, employees, patients, and family members. Follow appropriate radiation safety standards.
• Report malfunctioning equipment to the department director/manager/supervisor and clinical engineering/radiology engineering precautions. Maintain knowledge and skills required for a safe environment with exposure to bloodborne pathogens and infectious disease.
• Adhere to hospital fire and safety procedures. Attend all in‑service classes and complete all required safety modules.
• Perform work in an accurate and timely manner during crisis and emergency situations where time is critical. Rotate shifts as required including call backs, holidays, and weekends. Adhere to the Atrium Health attendance policy by being punctual and preventing absences.
• Operate radiology computer system to enter orders and charge procedures/supplies. Document contrast administration in the MAR.
• Maintain assigned work area neat and orderly. Keep area stocked. Clean all work areas to promote cleanliness.
• Assist other medical personnel, such as anesthesia, when performing exams or services with a CT scan.

Role Overview

CT Technologist I perform procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards. Operates CT scanners and associated equipment with a high level of proficiency. Equipment includes scanner, post‑processing stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment, patient transport and monitoring equipment.