CT Technologist

Rapides Regional Medical Center; Alexandria (LA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) plan with 100% match on 3–9%

Education and certification support

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Rapides Regional Medical Center in Alexandria, LA is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography procedures, ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols. You will serve as the primary interface with patients and participate in continuous quality improvement activities.

The role requires ARRT licensure, Louisiana state licensure, and an associate degree. CT-specific training is preferred, with after-hours CT and radiography duties possible based on the monthly schedule.

Qualifications

• Current ARRT Licensure in Diagnostic Radiology.
• Current Louisiana State Licensure.
• (RT) Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer.
• Associate degree required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• 1 year radiologic/imaging experience required.
• Specific training and experience in CT preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures and imaging with emphasis on safety.
• Functions as the first line interface with patients and ensures safety protocols.
• Participates in CQI activities.
• Takes x-ray, CT calls after hours per monthly schedule.
• Competent in the use of CR and PACS.

Skills

Radiologic imaging experience

CT imaging

Patient interaction

Education

Associate degree

Tools

CR

PACS

Job description

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

Job Summary And Qualifications

The CT Technologist performs a variety of imaging procedures, including Computed Tomography procedures, and is responsible for safety protocols.Functions as the first line interface with patients. Participates in CQI activities.

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock,burnsand extraneous radiation to patients.
• Determinesthe most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
• Works under the direction of the Radiologistat all times.
• Takes x-ray, CT call according to monthly schedule after the closing of regular department hours.
• Competent in the use of CR and PACS.

What you will do in this role:

What qualifications you will need:

• Current ARRT Licensure in Diagnostic Radiology
• Current Louisiana State Licensure
• (RT) Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer
• Associate degree required
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• 1 years of radiologic/imaging experienceRequired
• Specific training and experience in CT preferred

Benefits

• 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

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

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