CT Technologist

Prime Healthcare; Dallas (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Full Benefits

Job summary

Prime Healthcare is seeking a CT Technologist for Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX. The role requires operating CT scanners and X-ray machines, ensuring patient comfort and safety, and assisting radiologists with image interpretation and contrast administration.

Shifts are 12-hour daytime blocks (7:00am–7:00pm) on Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays. A sign-on bonus is available, with a weekend shift differential of $10/hr. ARRT-CT certification and active BCLS are required.

Qualifications

• One year of acute radiology experience preferred.
• Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic/Fluoroscopic equipment required.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology required.
• Radiology/CT license and fluoroscopy permit as required by State.
• ARRT-CT Certification is required.
• Must possess and maintain BCLS (AHA) upon hire.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and position on CT table, explain procedure with empathy.
• Operate CT scanners and X-ray machines to obtain images while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Monitor patients to ensure comfort and safety throughout the procedure.
• Assist radiologists in interpreting images and administering contrast agents as needed.
• Ensure quality assurance of CT/X-ray equipment and proper operation.

Skills

Radiology experience

CT imaging knowledge

Patient care

Equipment operation

Education

ARRT-CT Certification

Radiology CT license

BCLS (AHA)

Tools

Radiography/Fluoroscopy equipment

Job description

Bonus Amount

20,000

Bonus Information

Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Candidates. Eligibility and payout terms apply. Details discussed during the interview process.

Overview

Employment Type: Full Time

Shifts Available: Days(Saturday, Sunday and Monday)

Shift Diff: $10/hr (Weekend Block)

Hours: 12-hour shifts – 7:00am to 7:00pm

Location: Dallas Regional Medical Center – Mesquite, TX

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities (includes, but not limited to):

• Prepare patients and ensure patients are properly positioned on theComputer Tomography (CT)table and explain the procedure to them with empathy, address any concerns or questions they may have

• Operate CT scanners and/or X-ray machines to obtain images of the targeted body parts, which may involve adjusting the CT scanner settings tooptimizeimage quality while minimizing radiation exposure, radiation safetyat all times

• Monitor our patients, as a CT Technologist ensure their comfort and safety throughout the procedure

• Assistother radiologists, as you will work closely with them, who interpret the images you produced by the CT exam you may alsoassistin administering contrast agents or perform certain procedures

• Accountable for the quality assurance of CT scanners / X-ray machines to ensure they function properly and produceaccurateimages

• Responsible formaintainingradiologic supplies, making sure the equipment is in good operating order, and following protocolsregardinginfection control and hygiene

• Maintainyour register status for the American RegistryofRadiologicTechnologists (ARRT)

Qualifications

Before we go any further, we do have some deal-breakers. You must have:

• 1. One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.
• 2. Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment is required.
• 3. Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.
• 4. Radiology/ CT license and fluoroscopy permit as required by State.
• 5. ARRT-CT Certification is required.
• 6. Must possess and maintain BCLS (AHA) upon hire.
• 7. Proficient computer skills.

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Days

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