PRN CT Technologist

Lumexa Imaging is one of the country's largest providers of outpatient medical imaging. With over 5,000 team members and more than 185 outpatient imaging centers across 13 states, our team conducts more than 4 million outpatient studies annually. We are the partner of choice for health systems and radiologists, delivering best-in-class clinical excellence, operations, and state-of-the-art technology across our platform.

American Health Imaging is seeking registered PRN CT Technologists in Charleston, SC at our Summerville outpatient imaging center.

This is a PRN role, with weekday hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday.

AHI Summerville 902 Nexton Square Drive Summerville, SC 29486

As a registered CT Technologist, you will perform high-quality scans while providing excellent customer care and service to patients. Must have current ARRT certification/registration.

Responsibilities:

• Perform CT examinations as ordered and accurately critique images to ensure diagnostic quality.  
• Choose appropriate protocol and technical factors according to age, size and symptoms of patient  ARRT certification and registration status
• Provide thorough explanation of procedure to the patient, anticipating and responding to patients’ needs and questions  
• Position patients appropriately for ordered exam and assist patients on/off examination table as needed.  
• Monitor patients during exam  
• Verify patient information and obtain comprehensive medical history including any related prior studies  
• Obtain consent for administration of IV contrast and follow established practices to provide treatment, documentation and follow-up in the case of any adverse effects of IV contrast administration  
• Perform venipuncture for administration of IV contrast  
• Prepare and administer contrast media according to established practices  
• Utilize scanner within manufacture guidelines and take appropriate action for service as needed  
• Utilize PACS and RIS for image processing and accurate documentation  
• Maintain clear and safe environment, which includes preparing room for each patient  
• Perform daily and monthly QA procedures on scanner  
• Follow ALARA principles, Image Gently and Image Wisely to insure safe radiation practices.  
• Maintain confidentiality and comply with all HIPAA and Corporate Compliance regulations  
• Initiate basic life support actions when necessary  
• Use infection control practices  
• Maintain punctuality and regular attendance  
• All other duties as assigned  

Qualifications: 

• Graduate of approved program for Radiological Technology 
• ARRT and CT Registry required 
• Current BLS/CPR training 
• CT scanner operation and training  
• CT anatomy and knowledge of medical terminology  
• Knowledge of operation system of CT scanner, RIS and PACS  
• Basic proficiency with computer monitors, keyboard and mouse for scanning, RIS and PACS use  
• Organized, detail oriented, observant  
• Calm and effective communicator  
• Helpful, patient and sympathetic  

Physical Demands of the Position  

• Lifting, moving, positioning and assisting of patients on/off examination table  
• Walking 25% of shift, standing 50% of shift, sitting 25% of shift  

Working Conditions  

• Daily patient contact 

Lumexa Imaging provides a competitive compensation program to attract, retain, and motivate a high-performance workforce.
 

Lumexa Imaging is an equal opportunity employer.