CT Scan Tech MTWTh 7:30p to 6a

Parkland Health and Hospital System • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Interested in a career with both meaning and growth? Whether your abilities are in direct patient care or one of the many other areas of healthcare administration and support, everyone at Parkland works together to fulfill our mission: the health and well-being of individuals and communities entrusted to our care. By joining Parkland, you become part of a diverse healthcare legacy that’s served our community for more than 125 years. Put your skills to work with us, seek opportunities to learn and join a talented team where patient care is more than a job. It’s our passion. This position may qualify for a sign on incentive of $15k, please inquire. Mon, Tue, Wed, Thur; 19:30 to 06:00; includes 'on call'. This night schedule will include shift differentials.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Radiology and/or Computed Tomography (CT) Program.
• Prefer two (2) years of experience performing Radiology procedures.
• Must have current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) with certification in Radiography (R) and/or Computed Tomography (CT).
• If hired with ARRT (R) only, certification in CT is required within 1 year from the date of hire.
• Must have a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT) certification from Texas Department of State Health Services (TDSHS) or Texas Medical Board.
• Must have a current Healthcare Provider (BLS Level) CPR course completion card or obtain certification during initial orientation.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated knowledge of CT equipment.
• Demonstrated knowledge of Anatomy and Physics.
• Possess a working knowledge of computer software applications.
• Demonstrated oral and written communication skills.
• Demonstrated time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated patient centered/patient valued behaviors.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for performing computerized tomography (CT) procedures on assigned patients to ensure that scanning needs are met.
• Interviews patient, conducts patient screening and obtains medical history pertaining to procedure’s clinical criteria.
• Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria.
• Performs post processing as indicated; may include but not limited to, 3-D rendering.
• Responds to inquiries, calls, emails in a timely and professional manner.
• Participates in departmental Performance Improvement Programs, promotes Parkland Health mission, vision, values.
• Maintains equipment including running quality assurance checks and notifying supervisor of maintenance needs.
• Takes responsibility for own professional growth and development by attending seminars, reading appropriate articles.
• Maintains knowledge of applicable rules, regulations, policies, laws, and guidelines that impact the CT area.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees