CT & Radiology Technologist — Evening Shift + Bonus

Mary Washington Healthcare; Fredericksburg (VA); Hybrid; USD 112,963,000 - 169,445,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Commitment to Care Bonus

Job summary

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA, is seeking a Diagnostic/CT Technologist to prepare patients and perform radiology and CT exams per physician orders. This role supports the Radiologist with high-quality images and timely interpretations, contributing to community care and patient safety.

The position requires ARRT CT certification within one year, state licensure, CPR, and hospital-based competencies. Evening and weekend availability may be required to meet patient needs.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited two-year program in Radiologic Technology or equivalent.
• ARRT registered in Radiologic Technology with documented training on the provision of diagnostic CT exams required OR, in lieu of documented training, successful and documented completion of MWHC/MIF cross-training program
• Advanced level certification by the ARRT or NMTCB in computed tomography required within one year of hire date
• VA State Radiologic Technologist License is required for all outpatient facilities.
• American Heart Association CPR required
• Six months relevant experience required; three years preferred

Responsibilities

• Prepares patients for radiology and CT examinations by confirming physicians’ orders, verifying patients’ identities, and obtaining adequate medical histories to ensure the appropriateness of examinations and facilitate timely accurate diagnosis of the patient.
• Performs radiology/CT examinations/procedures on all patient age groups and maintains clinical competency as evidenced by completion of an annual Competency Based Orientation Tool for Radiologic Technology and CT clinical Associates.
• Provides support in transporting patients from the FSED or Emergency Department/Nursing Units when required.
• Adheres to departmental policies, procedures, standards, and protocols to ensure effective departmental operations and quality patient care.
• Demonstrates a high degree of knowledge and understanding of Diagnostic/CT Imaging services/activities.
• Greets all patients, visitors, family members, physicians, and Associates in a courteous and professional manner.
• Addresses customers’ needs efficiently, effectively, and confidentially. Answers telephones courteously, professionally, and by the third ring.
• Screens and transfers telephone calls or takes messages as appropriate to facilitate effective Radiology communications.
• Maintains a safe environment for patients, personnel, and visitors by requiring and supporting the establishment, maintenance, and education of an effective safety management program.
• Adheres to radiation safety practices for patients, personnel, and self; including principles of time, distance, and shielding where possible.
• Maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and materials by reporting inventory depletion and restocking to ensure their continued availability and non-interruption of services.
• Reports, records, and files patient and procedural data in order to accurately document department operations and facilitate timely accurate billing for services.
• Maintains authority to administer contrast agents and follows established guidelines for the selection /administration of appropriate contrast type, amount, and concentration.
• Participates in Performance improvement activities for Diagnostic Radiology utilizing the FOCUS PDCA (Plan, Do, Check, Act) approach to improvement.
• Remains proficient in the use of current RIS system and other Radiology/organizational information management systems as needed.
• Effectively interacts with students, consistently providing supervision and instruction.
• Is supportive of the MWH School of Radiologic Technology.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education

Two-year Radiologic Technology program

Tools

None

Job description

Mary Washington Healthcare in Fredericksburg, VA, is seeking a Diagnostic/CT Technologist to prepare patients and perform radiology and CT exams per physician orders. This role supports the Radiologist with high-quality images and timely interpretations, contributing to community care and patient safety.

The position requires ARRT CT certification within one year, state licensure, CPR, and hospital-based competencies. Evening and weekend availability may be required to meet patient needs.