CT Technologist

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital; Margate (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a CT Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in patient care. This position involves operating advanced CT equipment to produce detailed images for diagnosis and treatment. You'll be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and provides the tools for your professional growth. With a commitment to high performance and patient safety, this organization offers a supportive environment where you can thrive. Embrace the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a dynamic healthcare setting.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Flexible spending accounts

Free counseling services

Colleague recognition program

Qualifications

• Must obtain Basic Cardiac Life Support within 30 days of employment.
• Registered Radiographer (ARRT) and State Registered Radiologic Technician required.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment to produce radiographs of body parts.
• Positions patients and explains procedures to them.
• Assists physicians during invasive procedures.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiation Protection

Communication Skills

Technical Proficiency

Education

High School Graduate / GED

Tools

CT Scanner

Computerized Documentation Systems

Job description

Description

Introduction

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) CT Technologist with HCA Florida Northwest Hospital you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Benefits

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career, and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• 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.

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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 HCA Florida Northwest Hospital 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 Cat Scan Tech produces computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of designated anatomical areas in accordance with established practices and procedures. The position's tasks and responsibilities include:

• Operates equipment to make radiographs of designated portions of the body.
• Positions patients utilizing immobilization devices.
• Moves equipment into specified positions and adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors such as time and distance.
• Explains procedures to patients and addresses their concerns.
• Assists physicians with invasive procedures.
• Exposes and develops film.
• Operates mobile equipment in operating room, emergency department, or at patients' bedside.
• Monitors, records, and communicates as appropriate utilizing computerized documentation systems.
• Utilizes knowledge of age-specific needs of patient in performance of duties and responsibilities.
• Orients and mentors new staff members.
• Practices radiation protection techniques to minimize radiation to patient and staff.
• Provides a safe environment for administering contrast material.
• Assists with transporting patients.
• Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• Registered Radiographer (ARRT).
• State Registered Radiologic Technician.
• Registered Computerized Tomography Technician.
• High School Graduate / GED.

HCA Florida Northwest Hospital is a 289-bed medical center. Incorporating the latest technology in healthcare drives our results. We have been granted the Gold Seal of Approval from the Joint Commission. This proves our commitment to high performance and level of service. We are certified by the Joint Commission as a primary stroke center. We uphold the highest standards in patient care. We also remain an accredited chest pain center by the American College of Cardiology. We handle patients with care and urgency. We are proudly known as a Comprehensive Bariatric Center of Excellence. Our accolades speak for themselves.

We continue growing to meet the needs of the community we serve. We have expanded capabilities in emergency and critical care. Our services go above and beyond. Additional growth includes women’s and children’s services. We hold the only Level III NICU in northern Broward County. The breadth of our service lines translates to better patient care. This means increased professional opportunities for our colleagues. Join a dynamic team of dedicated healthcare professionals. Explore your growth potential.

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.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our CT Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

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.