CT Technologist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $10k

Excellent benefits package

Job summary

Chippenham Hospital is looking for a CT Technologist to deliver high-quality CT imaging while adhering to safety protocols and radiology best practices. You will prepare exam rooms, assist radiologists with contrast and procedures, and verify orders in Meditech.

The role requires ARRT CT certification within 6 months of hire and BLS. The hospital supports growth with a sign-on bonus and comprehensive benefits; the Richmond-area facility is part of the HCA Healthcare system.

Qualifications

• Graduate of AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT CT Certification within 6 months of hire.
• BLS for Healthcare Providers required.

Responsibilities

• Obtain quality CT images following protocols and adjust as needed.
• Ensure radiation safety for patient and staff; use PPE properly.
• Enter proper charges and verify orders in Meditech.
• Maintain room readiness and cleanliness during CT scans.
• Assist radiologist with contrast administration, biopsies, and patient care.

Skills

Quality CT imaging

Safety protocols

Patient care

Education

AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology

Tools

Meditech

PACS

Job description

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.90 - $55.35 / hour
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Introduction

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. CT TechnologistChippenham Hospital

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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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.

"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

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.