CT Technologist Full Time

Vibra Travels • San Antonio, TX

3d • Onsite

About The Position

Peterson Health is seeking a CT Technologist to acquire diagnostic images for interpretation using ALARA principles, administer and distribute contrast to enhance anatomy, and assist with invasive procedures as requested. The role works under the supervision of Radiologists and the management team. The equipment used is a Siemens Somatom X.cite 128-slice CT scanner.

Peterson Health is an independent, not-for-profit healthcare organization in Kerrville, Texas. It is recognized as a Top 20 Rural and Community Hospital, is Magnet designated for nursing excellence, and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years.

Available schedules are Monday through Friday, 3 p.m.–11 p.m.; Monday through Friday, 2 p.m.–10 p.m.; or Friday through Monday, 1 p.m.–9 p.m. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is currently offered.

Requirements

• Associate degree in Radiologic Science.
• Certification in Radiography and Computed Tomography: ARRT (R) (CT).
• R.T. (R) (CT) ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board M.R.T. licensure, and CPR certification.
• At least 6 months of CT experience.
• Excellent organizational, interpersonal, decision-making, and patient care skills.
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, imaging techniques, radiation protection and safety.
• Knowledge of radiographic physics, medical terminology, and cross-sectional anatomy.
• Ability to determine exposure factors that produce optimum images with minimal patient exposure.
• Ability to evaluate images for technique, positioning, and other relevant qualities.
• Ability to position patients and adjust equipment to produce the desired image.
• Skill in safe and efficient operation of CT equipment and quality control.
• Ability to adapt techniques and develop improved methods to keep the department up to date.
• Venipuncture skills and comprehensive knowledge of contrast use and injection for patient exams.
• Ability to determine appropriate protocols for efficient acquisition of optimum diagnostic images.
• Ability to learn and perform interventional procedures as required in the CT environment.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree in Radiologic Science.
• Multiple modality registries from ARRT.
• More than 1 year of CT experience.

Responsibilities

• Acquire diagnostic images for interpretation using ALARA principles.
• Inject and distribute contrast to enhance anatomy.
• Assist with invasive procedures as requested.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k).
• Dental insurance.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee education scholarships.
• Employee referral program.
• Merit increases.
• Free access to an onsite fitness facility.
• Great culture.

What This Job Offers

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