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Emory University

Private research university in Atlanta, GA

CT Technologist

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsPosted on Nov 11
Full-timeAtlanta, GA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • Must be a graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology and be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) at a minimum.
  • CPR certification is required.
  • At least two years of experience, including one year in computed tomography (CT), is required.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification in accordance with the American Heart Association is required.
  • The role involves physical demands including occasional to frequent standing and walking, occasional sitting, and lifting up to 50 pounds and carrying objects up to 25 pounds; close eye work is also required.
  • Use of personal protective equipment, including respirators, may be required, and the work may involve exposure to blood-borne pathogens, biohazardous waste, chemicals, communicable diseases, radiation, and other environmental conditions.

Responsibilities

  • Operate CT equipment, power injectors, and other medical equipment to produce scans for diagnostic and invasive procedures.
  • Provide quality care to patients receiving diagnostic and interventional radiology procedures.
  • Prepare patients using proper sterile technique and ensure they are prepared for procedures.
  • Communicate patient needs and responses through appropriate verbal and written correspondence.
  • Ensure documentation is complete and accurate regarding all aspects of patient care.
  • Operate imaging and specialty equipment properly and stay current on uses of medical devices.
  • Take precautions to minimize patient and staff exposure to X-radiation.
  • Assume responsibility for and provide direct care for all procedures performed in the area.
  • Assist with patient and family education.
  • Support or assist in research and related activities as needed.
  • Apply knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy and physiology.
  • Provide complex technical care to meet identified patient needs.
  • Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in the appropriate time sequence.
  • Act as a resource for students and junior technologists.
  • Perform other related duties as required.

Desired Qualifications

  • Advanced certification in computed tomography (CT) is preferred.

About the Company

Emory University

Private research university in Atlanta, GA

Emory University is a private research university in Atlanta, Georgia, comprising nine schools and colleges alongside Emory Healthcare.

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