CT Tech - Hardy Oak

HCA Healthcare•San Antonio, TX

13d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Scan Technologist performs CT procedures and maintains the technical skills needed to do so safely and effectively. The role includes proper operation of equipment, digital image management, and preparation of the room. The technologist identifies the needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and provides care in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. Responsibilities also include caring for and maintaining existing intravenous access and, when directed by a physician, injecting specific medication. The technologist performs diagnostic procedures with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality, demonstrating competency in CT procedures, positioning, preparation, and technical factors associated with CT systems. Exams are performed according to protocol, radiologist preference, and ACR guidelines. The technologist obtains patient consent related to metals and contrast, gathers necessary surgical history, documents completed procedures and STAT reads in information systems, and follows ACR quality-control requirements and internal policies. The role also includes maintaining lab cleanliness and inventory, disinfecting equipment and work areas, restocking supplies, preparing the area for the daily schedule, and advising the supervisor when supplies are needed. South Texas Radiology Imaging Centers provides outpatient diagnostic imaging and interventional radiology services in the San Antonio area.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited radiology technology program, or hold an associate degree or higher.
Required: CMRT certification as a Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist by the Texas Medical Board.
Complete initial and ongoing training and competencies defined by the service line, facility, and department/unit for the patient population served, if applicable.

Nice To Haves

Two years of CT Technologist experience.
Associate degree in Radiology Technology.
ARRT registry in the CT modality.

Responsibilities

Perform CT procedures and maintain the technical skills needed for them.
Operate CT and other equipment properly to minimize hazards and maximize patient safety.
Manage digital images and prepare the room for use.
Identify the care needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients and provide care in accordance with policies and procedures.
Care for and maintain existing intravenous access; inject specific medication when directed by a physician.
Perform diagnostic procedures with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality.
Demonstrate competency in computerized tomography, positioning, procedure preparation, and technical factors associated with CT systems.
Perform examinations according to protocol, radiologist preference, and ACR guidelines.
Obtain patient consent regarding metals and contrast and gather necessary surgical history before exams.
Document completed procedures and STAT reads in information systems according to departmental policies.
Maintain lab cleanliness and inventory, follow disinfection techniques, and restock supplies.
Clean and stock carts or work areas at the end of each shift, supply the area for the daily schedule, and advise the supervisor when items are needed.
Follow ACR quality-control requirements and internal policies.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine coverage.
Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and paid family leave.
Long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence.
401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
Employee Stock Purchase Plan and flexible spending accounts.
Preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.