Travel CT Tech in Charlotte, NC
Company: Cynet Health
Location: Pineville
Posted on: July 13, 2025
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Job Description:
Job Title: CT Technologist Profession: CT Technologist
Specialty: - Duration: Permanent Shift: Variable Hours per Shift:
40.00 Experience: Minimum of 1 to 2 years in Diagnostic Radiology
or 1 year in CT scanning or equivalent applicable experience
required. License: ARRT certification in Radiology or NMTCB for
Nuclear Medicine. Certifications: Current CPR certification
required. IV and contrast administration certification required
before performing venous contrast administration. Must-Have:
Advanced registry from the ARRT in CT scanning within one year of
hire required. Description: The CT Technologist I performs
procedures in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
Operates CT scanners and associated equipment with a high level of
proficiency. This equipment includes scanners, post-processing
stations/programs, IV contrast injectors, O2 and suction equipment,
patient transport, and patient monitoring equipment. Examines
requests and verifies orders on each assigned patient. Refers and
questions orders to the Radiologist before performing exams.
Contacts ordering providers when there are discrepancies. Properly
identifies patients using two patient identifiers and assists
patients while offering a brief explanation of the procedures.
Prepares patients for the procedure with a full explanation and
documents on appropriate worksheets. Interviews patients for a
complete medical history. Reviews EMRs of in-patients, ER, and
outpatients to obtain pertinent clinical history. Records medical
history on requisitions. Correlates other test results and
laboratory data with the exam being performed. Assumes
responsibility for the exam from beginning until completion of
dictated results. Prepares and administers IV contrast according to
departmental protocols. On request, records contrast type and
amount. Evaluates the technical quality of images and consults with
a Radiologist if needed. Recognizes abnormal anatomy and processes
any additional, reconstructed images, and/or measurements as
instructed. Informs appropriate nursing personnel of any changes in
the patient’s condition. Initiates life support measures for
patients when necessary. Assists during medical emergencies.
Performs CT scanning and assists during invasive procedures.
Practices proper sterile technique in the preparation of necessary
supplies. Performs all invasive procedures in accordance with
bloodborne pathogens, isolation, and infection control policies and
procedures. Reports malfunctioning equipment to the department
manager and clinical engineering/radiology engineer. Operates the
radiology computer system to include entering orders and charging
procedures/supplies. Documents contrast administration in the MAR.
Maintains assigned work area in a neat and orderly fashion. Assists
other medical personnel during exams or services in conjunction
with a CT scan. Requires moderate to heavy physical efforts in
lifting and moving patients, equipment, and supplies. Occasional
standing, walking, and sitting during normal operation. Frequently
may be required to stretch, bend, twist, squat, or kneel in the
daily operation of the CT department. May be exposed to various
physical conditions throughout the day, such as walking on hard
surfaces, climbing stairs, and being near moving equipment.
Required to use radiation safety guidelines to prevent exposure to
ionizing radiation.
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