Computed Tomography Technologist I or II - CT Scan (Sat-Mon 7p-7a)

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) • Galveston, TX

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About The Position

This open-pooled position may be filled at the CT Technologist I or CT Technologist II level based on the applicant’s education and experience. Both levels are members of the direct patient care team, perform diagnostic CT procedures, assist physicians, and provide patient care while following CT exam standards and applicable safety guidelines.

The CT Technologist I works independently on routine diagnostic CT procedures, including common and special exams of moderate complexity. No experience is required. Applicants need an associate degree in applied science or graduation from an accredited radiography program; graduates of an accredited radiography program before 2015 are exempt from the associate degree requirement. Graduation from an accredited CT program, including the UTMB cross-training program, is required.

The CT Technologist II is an experienced technologist who independently performs moderate-to-complex diagnostic CT procedures, including common and special exams of high difficulty. The role requires competence across CT exams and the ability to use sound judgment and above-average clinical skills during challenging procedures. The technologist also mentors and trains CT Technologist I staff and students. Applicants need an associate degree in applied science or graduation from an accredited radiology program, with the same pre-2015 degree exemption, and graduation from an accredited CT program, including the UTMB cross-training program. Three or more years of experience and proficiency in CT, CTA, CT perfusion, CT cardiac, and CT interventional procedures are required.

The schedule for both levels is weekend nights, Saturday through Monday, 7 p.m. to 7 a.m.

Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science degree or graduation from an accredited radiography/radiology program; graduates of an accredited program before 2015 are exempt from the associate degree requirement.
• Graduation from an accredited computed tomography program, including the UTMB cross-training program.
• CT Technologist I: no experience required.
• CT Technologist II: at least 3 years of experience.
• CT Technologist II: proficiency in CT, CTA, CT perfusion, CT cardiac, and CT interventional procedures.
• CT Technologist I: ARRT (R) registration; ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT), or eligibility to obtain ARRT (CT) or NMTCB (CT) certification within 6 months of hire.
• CT Technologist II: ARRT-R and ARRT-CT or NMTCB (CT).
• Texas Medical Board certification (MRT).
• American Heart Association BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic CT procedures, including common and special exams of moderate complexity (CT Technologist I).
• Perform moderate-to-complex diagnostic CT procedures, including common and special exams of high difficulty (CT Technologist II).
• Work independently, applying sound judgment and clinical skills to diagnostic procedures.
• Provide direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic and special CT procedures.
• Deliver patient care and follow CT exam standards, radiation-dose standards, and applicable guidelines to support patient safety and customer service.
• Mentor and train CT Technologist I staff and students (CT Technologist II).

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree