CT Tech Assistant

**Description**

Become part of an inclusive organization with over 40,000 diverse employees, whose mission is to improve the health and well-being of the unique communities we serve.

**Summary:**

The CT Technologist Assistant performs a wide variety of routine duties including clerical, technical and patient-related functions. The Technologist Assistant is responsible for assisting members of the patient care team and providing a broad range of health care services such as: patient check-in, exam review, preparation for the visit, patient education, assistance with exams and procedures, and patient transporting. The Radiology Technologist Assistant is trained to use radiographic equipment, computers, and software. The Technologist Assistant will be assigned to work in CT department, assisting registered CT technologist with clinical services per operational needs. The incumbent must be able to resolve conflict and endure the pressures associated with a constantly changing work environment.

**Responsibilities:**

Patients and their families are served by providing prompt and courteous service, resulting in efficient imaging services. Provides excellent communication skills with patients, other team members, and patient families. Exhibits knowledge regarding the needs of neonatal, adolescent, pediatric and/or geriatric patients. Treats patients with a high degree of professionalism with consideration to the patient's privacy and illness.

**Qualifications**

**EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS**

+ High School diploma. Currently enrolled in Radiography program or advanced modality certification program preferred.

**PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENT**

+ Previous patient care or customer service experience preferred but not required.

**LICENSURE/REGISTRATION/CERTIFICATION**

+ CPR Certification; completed during orientation and maintained thereafter.

**KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREMENTS**

+ **Knowledge of patient care equipment including stretcher, wheelchair, oxygen delivery and intravenous pumps, etc. Good communication skills to interact with patients, radiology technologists, and other clinical staff throughout the hospital. Promotes a positive image of the hospital at all times. Demonstrates a "Team Player" attitude and have the ability to prioritize and multitask in a fast-paced environment. Ability to comply with all HIPAA requirements. Physical ability to lift and position patients and assist with patient transfers utilizing beds or stretchers.**

**WORK ENVIRONMENT**

+ Maybe exposed to bloodborne pathogens, which include HIV and Hepatitis B. Maybe at risk for exposure to TB and other potentially infectious diseases. Must use personal protective equipment when at risk for exposure to bloodborne pathogens. Exposure to ionizing radiation, requiring the use of radiation protection equipment.

**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT**

+ Walking and standing throughout shift. Pushes and pulls stretchers and wheelchairs occupied with patients. Lifts patients daily with assistance. Lifts and carries films, cassettes and supplies. May experience stressful work shifts.

**Job Details**

Legal Employer: Lenoir Health

Entity: UNC Lenoir Health Care

Organization Unit: CT SCAN

Work Type: Per Diem

Standard Hours Per Week: 4.00

Work Assignment Type: Onsite

Work Schedule: Evening Job

Location of Job: LENOIR MEM

Exempt From Overtime: Exempt: No

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.