CT Radiology Technologist Chesterfield ER

HCA Healthcare; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

PTO & leaves

401(k) match

Education support

Discounts

Job summary

HCA Healthcare seeks a CT Technologist for Chippenham Hospital in Richmond, VA. The role focuses on obtaining quality CT images, adhering to protocols, and maintaining patient safety. Candidates should meet AMA radiologic technology education and ARRT CT certification within six months of hire, plus BLS.

Experience preferred includes at least one year as a CT technologist. Chippenham offers comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment within a leading regional healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT CT Certification within 6 months of hire.
• American Heart Association BLS Health Care Provider.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quality CT images following established protocols.
• Comply with radiation safety guidelines and PPE usage.
• Operate CT scanner safely and competently and verify orders in Meditech.
• Assist radiologist with medications, contrast agents and biopsies.
• Review exams for technical quality and verify in PACS.

Skills

Quality CT imaging

Radiation safety

Patient care

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Meditech

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.90 - $55.35 / hour

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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a CT Technologist Chesterfield ER with Chippenham Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Job Summary and Qualifications

1. Demonstrates ability to obtain quality CT images of patients. Demonstrates competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.
2. Complies with radiation safety guidelines for patient and self. Appropriately utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Always operates CT scanner safely and competently.
3. Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations. (i.e. Meditech) Ensure proper charges are entered and referring physicians orders are verified.
4. Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.
5. Prepares examination rooms for CT scan and/or invasive procedures. Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintain room cleanliness and neat appearance.
6. Assist the radiologist in administering medication, contrast agents, performing biopsies and all types of care to patients.
7. Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e. technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.
8. Assists Facility System Administrator and CT Supervisor with PACS clean up. (i.e.: unarchived images, verifications and reporting unspecified images).
9. Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employees and patients according to HIPAA Policy and Procedure.
10. Completes and maintains personal educational requirements

What qualifications you will need:

EDUCATION

REQUIRED: Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Required: American Registry of Radiologic Technology

Required: ARRT - CT Technology Certification (required within 6 months of hire)

Required: American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider

EXPERIENCE

PREFERRED: One-year as a CT technologist

Benefits

Chippenham Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services

• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services

• Time away from work programs for 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), 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

• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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