CT Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Houston (TX); On-site; Part time

Job summary

A leading academic medical center in Houston is seeking a CT Technologist to operate diagnostic equipment and perform imaging procedures. The role involves patient care, equipment maintenance, and collaboration with Radiologists. Benefits include health insurance, wellness programs, and a competitive salary.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Wellness Programs

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Plans

$10K sign-on bonus

Qualifications

• Registered by ARRT (R) at hire, maintained current.
• Registered by ARRT (CT) within 9 months of hire/transfer.

Responsibilities

• Operates diagnostic equipment and performs CT exams.
• Prepares and ensures equipment is operational and safe.
• Documents demographic and diagnostic information accurately.

Skills

Communication

Dexterity

Education

Associate’s Degree

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

PACS

Job description

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*Responsibilities*

*Position Summary*

Operates diagnostic equipment and performs a variety of technical diagnostic imaging procedures related to CT. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre- and post-diagnostic care to completion of test. Performs complete diagnostic imaging tests including patient positioning, equipment calibration, and documentation of findings under the supervision of the imaging supervisor/manager. Assists patients with basic patient care needs.

*Position Responsibilities*

• Performs CT exams according to departmental protocols under the direction of the Medical Director.
• Prepares and ensures equipment is operational, safe, and functioning correctly.
• Troubleshoots equipment failures and imaging quality issues, contacting service representatives as needed.
• Maintains cleanliness and infection control standards through daily equipment and room maintenance.
• Completes quality checks and maintains equipment logs.
• Manages clinical supply inventories for each diagnostic room.
• Participates actively in patient testing, including routine, urgent, and emergent requests.
• Verifies physician orders and ensures the indication for the procedure is appropriate.
• Communicates with Radiologists to determine proper exam protocols.
• Provides patients with information about the diagnostic tests.
• Performs Point of Care testing for lab tests as per hospital guidelines.
• Starts IVs following hospital protocols.
• Completes diagnostic examinations and image post-processing.
• Demonstrates competency in PACS and performs daily QA processes.
• Documents demographic and diagnostic information accurately.
• Monitors and records radiation dose levels.
• Notifies Radiologists of any diagnostic findings requiring communication.

*Qualifications*

Education and Licensure

• Associate’s Degree (preferred)
• Registered by ARRT (R) at hire, maintained current
• Registered by ARRT (CT) within 9 months of hire/transfer
• Certified by the state of Texas – MRT within 9 months of hire/transfer
• CPR/BLS certification (required)

Experience

• Previous CT Tech experience (preferred)

*Minimum Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities*

• Good dexterity and handwriting skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

*Additional Information*

• Position eligible for a $10K sign-on bonus, terms apply.
• Located at Baylor St. Luke’s Medical Center, a leading academic medical center in Houston.
• Part of CommonSpirit Health, serving communities across 21 states.

*Benefits include health insurance, wellness programs, tuition assistance, retirement plans, and more.*

*Pay Range: $30.55 - $44.30/hour*