CT Technologist Full Time
About The Position
Peterson Health is seeking a CT Technologist to acquire diagnostic images for interpretation under the supervision of radiologists and the management team. The role uses ALARA principles, administers and distributes contrast to enhance anatomy, and assists with invasive procedures as requested. The position uses a Siemens Somatom X.cite 128-slice CT scanner. Multiple schedules are available: Monday–Friday, 3 p.m.–11 p.m.; Monday–Friday, 2 p.m.–10 p.m.; or Friday–Monday, 1 p.m.–9 p.m. 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, and has been named one of Modern Healthcare's Best Places to Work in Healthcare for six consecutive years.
Requirements
- Associate degree in Radiologic Science.
- Certification in Radiography and Computed Tomography: A.R.R.T. (R) (CT).
- R.T. (R) (CT) ARRT, M.R.T. Texas Medical Board, and CPR credentials.
- At least 6 months of CT experience.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, decision-making, and patient-care skills.
- Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, imaging techniques, radiation protection and safety, radiographic physics, medical terminology, and cross-sectional anatomy.
- Ability to determine exposure factors, evaluate images, position patients, and adjust equipment to achieve optimal images.
- Skill in safe and efficient CT equipment operation 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 and produce diagnostic images efficiently.
- Ability to learn and perform interventional procedures as required.
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.
- Determine exposure factors and protocols to produce optimum diagnostic images while minimizing patient exposure.
- Evaluate images for technique, positioning, and other relevant qualities.
- Position patients and adjust equipment to obtain the desired images.
- Operate CT equipment safely and efficiently and perform quality control.
- Learn and perform interventional procedures as required in the CT environment.
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.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Associate degree
