CT Technologist

St. David's South Austin Medical Center; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

St. David's South Austin Medical Center in Austin, TX is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT and radiologic procedures in line with ARRT standards and hospital policies.

You will optimize radiation use and position patients to obtain high-quality diagnostic images while maintaining patient safety. The role requires AMA-approved Radiologic Technology education, ARRT radiology certification, Texas Medical Board licensure, post-primary CT certification within 6 months, and BLS within 30 days.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved program in Radiologic Technology.
• Experience preference: CT procedures.
• Licensure/certification requirements soon after start date.

Responsibilities

• Produce CT scans of diagnostic quality for neonatal to geriatric patients.
• Follow established scanning and viewing protocols.
• Operate CT scanner and related equipment efficiently.
• Complete quality scans in a timely manner to meet STAT/urgent demands.
• Assist Radiologist during invasive procedures and ensure supplies.
• Document accurately on forms, logs, and charting system.

Skills

CT scanning

Radiologic technology

Patient safety

Education

AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

CT scanner

Power injector

Job description

Introduction

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

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards). Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the St. David's South Austin Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic CT Technologist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The CT Technologist shall be responsible for performing CT and Radiologic procedures that are in accordance with standards and practice set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology and Hospital Policies and Procedures. Optimizes the use of radiation by utilizing the concepts of Image Gently, Image Wisely and American College of Radiology. The CT Technologist demonstrates knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care/safety, positioning, principles of radiographic sciences, radiation protection, medication safety (contrast) and specialized techniques. Maintains professional judgment and conduct that is complimentary of the ARRT Code of Ethics and St. David's Healthcare Values.

Responsibilities of the CT Technologist

• Consistently produce CT - Computed Tomography scans of optimal diagnostic quality on patients ranging from Neonatal to Geriatric age groups.
• Follows established scanning and viewing protocols.
• Operate CT - Computed Tomography scanner and related equipment efficiently and effectively.
• Complete quality scans in a timely manner, effectively organizing and prioritizing work flow to meet STAT and urgent demands while continuing to meet OP customer standards.
• Demonstrate proficiency in scanning trauma, acute and challenging patients; possess skills to modify positioning and scanning factors when standard cannot be performed.
• Demonstrate knowledge of disease processes and produces studies that optimally identify related anatomy.
• Solicit patient cooperation by providing patient education about procedure and expected sensations before and throughout scan.
• Demonstrate competence in using the power injector; verbalize limits of use.
• Complete required documentation on forms, logs, work station, and charting system.
• Assist the Radiologist during invasive procedures, demonstrate knowledge of supplies required and ensure availability.

Qualifications of the CT Technologist

EDUCATION:

• Graduate of an America Medical Association approved program in Radiologic Technology

EXPERIENCE:

• One year of experience performing CT - Computed Tomography procedures is preferred.

LICENSE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Certified by Texas Medical Board as a Medical Radiologic Technologist
• Certified in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, RTR)
• Post- primary CT certification within 6 months of CT assignment start date
• Basic Cardiac Life Support, or CPR must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

About St. David's South Austin Medical Center

St. David's South Austin Medical Center (locations/st-davids-south-austin-medical-center) , which is part of St. David's HealthCare. We are a 368-bed acute care facility offering a range of complex specialties and sub-specialties. Our services include a nationally accredited oncology program with the area's only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; advanced trauma care with a Level II trauma center; comprehensive cardiac, stroke and orthopedic programs; full-service maternity and newborn care; and two full-service emergency centers in the communities of Bee Cave and Bastrop. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. We offer advanced robotic services for orthopedics, open heart and lung surgery, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, colorectal surgery, and urology. It was one of the first hospitals in Central Texas to combine the use of CT imaging and robotics to detect early stage lung cancer.

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Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.