CT Technologist

Job overview

CT Technologist at St. David's North Austin Medical Center in Austin, TX. This is an onsite position. Compensation is not specified. The work schedule is Mon-Thurs 830p-7a. This role coordinates services and activities specific to the Imaging area (CT and Radiology), monitoring all technical clerical functions, including efficient patient throughput and effective utilization of equipment and human resources.

What you'll do

• Perform all CT procedures in strict accordance with currently approved practices as outlined in department policy and procedure manual and comply with all applicable federal, state, local and other regulatory requirements.
• Controls the flow of patients within the section, in an efficient and timely fashion.
• Utilizes supportive protective (i.e., radiation shielding) and immobilization devices as required for patient safety and comfort.
• Communicate to the patient the nature of the procedure and answer questions clarifying the procedure for the patient.
• Demonstrates practical application of age-related factors.
• Assures patient rights and privacy are maintained.
• Reports any significant problems related to patient, physicians, procedures, housekeeping, maintenance, supplies, or personnel to the Lead Technologist and/or Assistant Director.
• Properly wear radiation monitoring devices.
• Demonstrates competency in IV access and IV contrast administration.
• Cares for patients while they are in Radiology Department by checking IV's, catheters, tubing airways, and patient monitoring equipment.
• Utilize proper sterile techniques in setting up and performing interventional procedures.
• Properly administers oral and rectal preparations to patients for exams per protocol.
• Performs reconstructions/3-D imaging and CT angiography per protocol.
• Maintains continuing education credits for ARRT licensure.
• Demonstrates competency in operating the power injector in a safe manner per department protocol.
• Works efficiently and performs all exams within allocated timeframe.
• Properly enters charges for exams in RIS (Meditech) in a timely manner.
• Takes call as assigned.

What we're looking for

Education

Graduate of an educational program in radiology accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or graduate of an American Medical Association approved program in Radiologic Technology or a military training program of equivalent standards. Preferred: Associates Degree or higher in Radiologic Technology.

Experience

Licensed by Texas Department of State Health Services as a Medical Radiologic Technologist. Certified in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT). Post- primary CT certification within 6 months of CT assignment. Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.

Skills & competencies

ct technologist

austin tx

united states

imaging

hos

full-time

night shift

no weekends

on-call required

no travel

arrt

cmrt

Benefits & perks

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

About the employer

St. David's North Austin Medical Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Offices of Physicians (except Mental Health Specialists). Sector: 62.