CT Technologist

Chippenham Hospital; Mechanicsville (VA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10k

Education assistance

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT imaging with strict adherence to safety protocols and departmental procedures. The role requires coordination with radiologists, preparation of rooms, and accurate PACS documentation.

A focus on patient care and compliance with HIPAA is essential. Ideal candidates have AMA-approved radiologic education and ARRT CT certification, with ongoing CE credits and potential sign-on bonus.

Qualifications

• Must obtain quality CT images following established scanning protocols.
• Complies with radiation safety guidelines for patient and self; uses PPE correctly.
• Familiar with PACS operations and verifies charges and orders in the system.
• Maintains patient confidentiality per HIPAA policy.
• Graduate of AMA approved Radiologic Technology program; maintain CE credits as required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quality CT images according to protocols and optimize technical quality.
• Follow radiation safety guidelines and use PPE appropriately.
• Prepare examination rooms and monitor supplies; keep rooms clean and organized.
• Assist radiologist with medications, contrast agents, and biopsies as needed.
• Review exams for technical accuracy and verify in PACS system.
• Assist with PACS cleanup and image verifications.
• Maintain confidentiality of employees and patients and complete educational requirements.

Skills

CT imaging

Radiation safety

PACS

Meditech

HIPAA compliance

Patient care

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Meditech

ARRT CT Certification

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.90 - $55.35 / hour
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The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) CT Technologist? At Chippenham Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Currently offering a sign-on bonus up to 10k.

Benefits

Chippenham 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.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated CT Technologist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

• Demonstrates ability to obtain quality CT images of patients. Demonstrates competence in following established scanning protocols and exercises ability to adjust protocols as required.
• Complies with radiation safety guidelines for patient and self. Appropriately utilizes Personal Protective Equipment. Always operates CT scanner safely and competently.
• Demonstrates the ability to perform all necessary computer operations. (i.e. Meditech) Ensure proper charges are entered and referring physicians orders are verified.
• Renders patient care in a professional and courteous manner.
• Prepares examination rooms for CT scan and/or invasive procedures. Monitors inventory of supplies during room rotation and maintain room cleanliness and neat appearance.
• Assist the radiologist in administering medication, contrast agents, performing biopsies and all types of care to patients.
• Reviews each exam for technical accuracy (i.e. technical quality, anatomical positioning, annotation, etc.) and completes verification process in PACS.
• Assists Facility System Administrator and CT Supervisor with PACS clean up. (i.e.: unarchived images, verifications and reporting unspecified images).
• Maintains strict confidentiality regarding employees and patients according to HIPAA Policy and Procedure.
• Completes and maintains personal educational requirements

EDUCATION

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology. Responsible for continuing education credits as mandated by the ARRT for licensure- Required

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION

• American Registry of Radiologic Technology
• ARRT - CT Technology Certification (required within 6 months of hire)
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Health Care Provider

EXPERIENCE

• One-year as a CT technologist - Preferred

Chippenham Hospital has provided quality healthcare services since 1972, giving patient's access to highly-trained physicians and advanced technology. With more than 50 years of pioneering healthcare, our 460+ bed hospital is one of the region's leading acute care facilities located on the Southside of Richmond. We are the region's first choice for orthopedics, joint care, behavioral health and cardiovascular care. The Joint Commission awarded Chippenham Hospital the Gold Seal of Approval and named us a Top Performer on Key Quality Measures for advanced primary stroke, heart attack, heart failure, pneumonia, perinatal care, hip and knee replacement and surgical care. We are also a Level I Burn Center and Level I Trauma Center.

"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our CT Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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.