CT Technologist

Baylor Scott & White Health; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as a CT Technologist, where you will play a crucial role in patient diagnostics. This position involves performing high-quality CT procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process. You will have the opportunity to work in a supportive environment that values your contributions and fosters professional growth. With a focus on community well-being, this role offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in patients' lives while enjoying comprehensive benefits from day one. If you're passionate about healthcare and ready to take your career to the next level, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Comprehensive health benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited program in Radiologic Technology.
• Must be certified in Computed Tomography (CT) and Radiography (R).

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality CT procedures according to established protocols.
• Ensure patient safety by adhering to infection control and radiation policies.
• Maintain accurate medical imaging records and documentation.

Skills

CT Procedures

Radiation Safety

Patient Communication

Infection Control

First Aid

Education

Accredited Radiologic Program

Tools

iSTAT Testing

Medical Imaging Systems

Job description

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Title: CT Technologist

Schedule: Nights FT Friday- Sunday 7:00 PM-7:30 AM

On-Call: Call rotation every 6 weeks

Location: The Heart Hospital Plano, TX

About Us

Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

Our Core Values Are

• We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
• We never settle by constantly striving for better.
• We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
• We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
  
  

Benefits

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits
  
  

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The CT Technologist, supervised by a Radiologist, performs CT procedures on patients. These procedures are requested by a physician or licensed provider to diagnose disease and injury, following established protocols.

Essential Functions Of The Role

• Performs high-quality CT procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality by following established standards and procedures.
• Demonstrates an understanding of radiation dose reference levels and monitoring. Takes action if the estimated dose exceeds set reference levels. Takes action when the reference level is exceeded, which may include patient follow-up.
• Demonstrates and understands proper use of iSTAT point of care testing for obtaining creatinine levels.
• Utilizes AIDET to communicate with patients. Identifies patient service needs. Ensures the correct exam is performed on the correct patient. Establishes rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family about the test. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate the exam.
• Prepares the patient and area for the procedure. Positions the patient, adjusts immobilization devices, and moves equipment into position. Adjusts equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by following safety, infection-control, drug, and radiation policies, protocols, and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques for invasive procedures and maintains hand hygiene.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal equipment operation.
• Reports issues to management or the appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory. Ensures people are safe to enter by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies, and maintains all relevant documentation. This includes requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status, shielding precautions, consent forms, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.
  
  

Key Success Factors

• Able to perform high quality CT procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Provide services promptly, accurately, and cost-efficiently, following System and regulatory standards, policies, and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight.
• Able to stay calm and helpful during stress and take reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times and providing courteous service. Remain professional, review patient satisfaction scores, and develop action plans when needed.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, education, and skills for appropriate care of newborns, pediatric, young adults, adults, and geriatrics.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.
  
  

Belonging Statement

We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

Education: Grad of an Accredited Program

Experience: Less than 1 year

BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire/transfer

Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography (CT).

Must also be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (R) or Nuclear Medicine (N). Alternatively, certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT) is required.

Licensed by State of TX Medical Board as Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT)

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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