CT Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Paynes (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist to accurately capture diagnostic images essential for patient care. Your role will involve performing CT exams, ensuring the operational efficiency of equipment, and interacting compassionately with patients throughout the imaging process.

The ideal candidate will have completed their relevant studies, hold necessary medical certifications, and possess strong problem-solving and patient care skills, contributing positively to our team's supportive environment.

Join us at St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital, where we combine expert care with state-of-the-art facilities to deliver an exceptional healthcare experience.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate or GED in General Studies required.
• Medical Radiographer certification required upon hiring.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required within 14 days.
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT certification required upon hiring.
• Registered Technologist Computed Tomography certification required within 9 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT exams on patients according to departmental protocols.
• Prepare and ensure equipment is operational and safe.
• Problem-solve equipment failures and maintain quality checks.
• Complete clinical supply inventories for diagnostic rooms.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging expertise

Patient care skills

Problem-solving ability

Education

High School Graduate

Medical Radiographer: TX

Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

Registered Technologist Computed Tomography

Basic Life Support - CPR

Associates degree (preferred)

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our CT Technologist, you will utilize your expertise to capture precise diagnostic images, enabling our Radiologists to accurately diagnose and/or rule out diverse medical conditions.

Every day, you will adeptly create detailed cross-sectional images of the skeleton, tissues, and internal organs. Your compassionate interaction and skill in patient care will be crucial, as you play a significant role in fostering a positive and comforting patient experience throughout the imaging process.

To be successful in this role, you will deeply understand the critical importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes a comprehensive knowledge of general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and the ability to consistently capture clear results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses that guide effective patient care.

• Performs CT exams on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of the Medical Director.
• Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe and functioning according to diagnostic standards
• Problem‑solves equipment failure and imaging quality and contacts service representative or CES regarding equipment problems
• Ensures that daily equipment and room maintenance are performed during/ after each procedure, and that special precautions and measures are performed to ensure infection control standards.
• Completes all quality checks and Ensures that equipment logs are maintained
• Completes all clinical supply inventories, ensuring that each diagnostic room is complete with the necessary supplies required to perform the procedure

Job Requirements

Required

• High School Graduate General Studies, upon hire or
• High School GED General Studies, upon hire and
• Medical Radiographer: TX, upon hire and
• Basic Life Support - CPR, within 14 - days and
• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire and
• Registered Technologist Computed Tomography, within 9 - months

Preferred

• Associates Other, upon hire and
• One (1) year of experience as a radiographer or
• one (1) year of radiography clinical rotation experience in a healthcare setting

Where You'll Work

St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital is a 100 bed facility serving residents of Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston. Our Family Birthing Center provides exceptional care in a spa‑like setting, creating a VIP (Very Important Pregnancy) experience for growing families. Since opening in 2008, our dedicated team of physicians, nurses and support staff has proudly delivered expert, compassionate care to our community. Our services range from heart care and neuroscience to robotic surgery.