CT Technologist - Free-Standing ER - Nights

HCA Healthcare•Bradenton, FL

3d•Onsite

About The Position

HCA Florida Blake Hospital is hiring a full-time, Florida-licensed CT Technologist for a night-shift position supporting free-standing emergency rooms. The technologist provides computerized tomography services as ordered by physicians, following established standards and practices under the direction of a radiologist. The role also supports X-ray functions. The technologist must be competent in CT imaging of the brain, total spine, face, sinuses, orbits, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, upper and lower extremities, and sella, as well as biopsies. The role involves performing diagnostic examinations, assisting with contrast administration, preparing and positioning patients, documenting clinical information, and ensuring high-quality images. The technologist maintains equipment and supplies, follows cleanliness practices to prevent cross-contamination, communicates with patients and colleagues, and accepts on-call and callback responsibilities as needed. The posting describes HCA Florida Blake Hospital as a 380+ bed hospital in Bradenton, Florida, with a thirteen-acre campus. Hospital services include 24-hour emergency care, open-heart surgery, burn care, cancer care, joint replacement, and inpatient rehabilitation. The hospital also describes colleague development through cross-training, ongoing skills development, continuing education, and advancement opportunities.

Requirements

Completion of a 24-month Radiologic Technology program at an accredited, AMA-approved institution.
Clear and active Florida Department of Health CRT licensure.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
Ability to perform work involving frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, and moving, and lifting patients or equipment up to 50 pounds.
Minimum of 1–3 years of current or recent diagnostic radiology experience.

Nice To Haves

ARRT (CT) certification is preferred.
Experience in an acute-care hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

Select appropriate technical factors and perform and complete diagnostic CT examinations accurately and compassionately.
Use the CT scanner, pressure injector, resuscitation equipment, laser filmer, and teleradiology system.
Assist with administration of contrast media and related procedures.
Prepare, transfer, and position patients while maintaining modesty and safely using indicated auxiliary equipment or devices.
Document relevant clinical information before exams, obtain informed consent, and complete required MEDITECH fields accurately and on time.
Obtain high-quality CT images and submit only optimal images for interpretation.
Maintain proficiency in software protocols and stay current through in-service study, courses, or seminars as needed or recommended.
Communicate proactively and effectively with patients, caregiver colleagues, and the radiologist.
Check equipment operation, maintain cleanliness of tables and equipment to prevent cross-contamination, and keep rooms stocked with linens and supplies.
Accept on-call and call-back responsibilities as needed.
Perform both X-ray and CT functions in support of the free-standing emergency room.

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.
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.
Onsite day care program and 24-hour employee fitness center.
Continuing education courses and opportunities for advancement.