CT Technologist
Medical University of South Carolina, Columbia, SC, United States
Job Description Summary
Perform CT scans on predominately outpatients at the Laurel Street Pavilion CT scanner. Able to start IVs and inject IV contrast. Proficient with computers and IT, able to process patient throughput on EPIC and other computer programs. Able to work efficiently in an outpatient setting.
Job Description
The Computed Tomography Technologist (CT) reports to the CT supervisor of CT and the manager of radiology. Under general supervision, the CT Technologist performs high‑quality CT examinations in accordance with established protocols on patient populations ranging from neonates through geriatrics for interpretation by a physician. Other duties as deemed necessary.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology and possess one year of radiologic experience.
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Must obtain ARRT Computed Tomography Registration within one year of hire date.
Proactively maintain ARRT, state license, BLS, PPD, respirator fit test, and POC training.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform pinching operations. (Frequent)
Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
Examples of force requirements:
To transfer a 100‑lb. patient that cannot assist requires 50 lbs. of force. For every additional 100 lbs., assistance will be required from another healthcare worker.
20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400‑lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet.
25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent)
Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)
Additional Job Description
Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Work Experience: 0‑2 years of modality‑specific experience.
Registration/Certifications: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). ARRT CT Registration required within one year in position. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.
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Perform CT scans on predominately outpatients at the Laurel Street Pavilion CT scanner. Able to start IVs and inject IV contrast. Proficient with computers and IT, able to process patient throughput on EPIC and other computer programs. Able to work efficiently in an outpatient setting.
Job Description
The Computed Tomography Technologist (CT) reports to the CT supervisor of CT and the manager of radiology. Under general supervision, the CT Technologist performs high‑quality CT examinations in accordance with established protocols on patient populations ranging from neonates through geriatrics for interpretation by a physician. Other duties as deemed necessary.
Qualifications
Graduate from an accredited school of radiologic technology and possess one year of radiologic experience.
Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) and licensed by the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Must obtain ARRT Computed Tomography Registration within one year of hire date.
Proactively maintain ARRT, state license, BLS, PPD, respirator fit test, and POC training.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Physical Requirements
Ability to perform job functions while standing. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while sitting. (Continuous)
Ability to perform job functions while walking. (Continuous)
Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent)
Ability to work indoors. (Continuous)
Ability to work outside in temperature extremes. (Infrequent)
Ability to work from elevated areas. (Frequent)
Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent)
Ability to perform pinching operations. (Frequent)
Ability to perform gross motor activities with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform firm grasping with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to perform fine manipulation with fingers and hands. (Continuous)
Ability to reach overhead. (Frequent)
Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Continuous)
Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous)
Ability to use lower extremities for balance and coordination. (Frequent)
Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous)
Ability to lift and carry 50 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift/lower objects 50 lbs. from/to floor from/to 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent)
Ability to lift from 36” to overhead 25 lbs. (Infrequent)
Ability to exert up to 50 lbs. of force. (Frequent)
Examples of force requirements:
To transfer a 100‑lb. patient that cannot assist requires 50 lbs. of force. For every additional 100 lbs., assistance will be required from another healthcare worker.
20 lbs. of force is needed to push a 400‑lb. patient in a wheelchair on carpet.
25 lbs. of force is required to push a stretcher with a patient with one hand.
Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous)
Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand or at a distance. (Continuous)
Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous)
Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous)
Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous)
Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous)
Ability to deal effectively with stressful situations. (Continuous)
Ability to work rotating shifts. (Frequent)
Ability to work overtime as required. (Frequent)
Ability to work in a latex safe environment. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous)
Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous)
Ability to be qualified physically for respirator use, initially and as required. (Continuous)
Additional Job Description
Education: Graduation from an accredited school of radiologic technology.
Work Experience: 0‑2 years of modality‑specific experience.
Registration/Certifications: Must be registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT). ARRT CT Registration required within one year in position. Licensure from the South Carolina Radiation Quality Standards Association required. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required. Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred.
Equal Opportunity Statement
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees.
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