CT Tech - Northwest Imaging Center

HCA Healthcare • San Antonio, TX

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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 operating equipment to minimize hazards and maximize patient safety, managing digital images, and preparing the room and supplies for use. The technologist assesses the needs of adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients 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 medications.

The technologist performs diagnostic procedures with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality; demonstrates competency in CT procedures, patient positioning, preparation, and technical factors; and uses other equipment in the CT area. Examinations are performed according to protocol, radiologist preference, and ACR guidelines. The technologist obtains consent for metals and contrast, collects necessary surgical history, and documents completed procedures and STAT reads in information systems in accordance with departmental policy.

The position also includes maintaining cleanliness and inventory of the lab, equipment, and facilities; following disinfection practices; restocking supplies; preparing the work area at the end of each shift; supplying items needed for the daily schedule; notifying a supervisor when items are needed; and following ACR quality-control requirements and internal policies.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• Operate CT 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 in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Care for and maintain existing intravenous access and, when directed by a physician, inject specific medication.
• Perform diagnostic procedures with minimal radiation exposure and maximum image quality.
• Demonstrate competency in CT procedures, positioning, procedure preparation, technical factors, and use of other CT equipment.
• Perform examinations according to protocol, radiologist preference, and ACR guidelines.
• Obtain consent from patients for metals and contrast, and obtain necessary surgical history before exams.
• Document completed procedures and STAT reads in information systems according to departmental policies.
• Maintain cleanliness and inventory of the lab, equipment, and facilities; use proper disinfection techniques and restock supplies.
• Clean and stock carts or the work area at the end of each shift, supply items needed for the daily schedule, and advise the supervisor when items are needed.
• Follow ACR quality-control requirements and internal policies.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Time-away-from-work programs, including paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay based on years of service, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Education support through 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.

What This Job Offers

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