CT Technologist

CommonSpirit Health; Sugar Land (TX); On-site; USD 50,296 - 74,817; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a skilled CT Technologist at St. Luke's Health–Sugar Land Hospital to deliver clear diagnostic images and ensure patient comfort during procedures. This role involves comprehensively understanding imaging workflows and equipment.

The ideal candidate will possess essential certifications, strong patient interaction skills, and a commitment to quality diagnostics. Competitive pay ranging from $36.51 to $54.31 per hour is offered.

Qualifications

• High School Graduate General Studies required upon hire.
• Basic Life Support - CPR certification within 14 days of employment.
• One year of experience as a radiographer preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT exams according to departmental protocols.
• Ensure equipment is operational and follows diagnostic standards.
• Maintain infection control and quality checks on equipment.

Skills

Diagnostic imaging expertise

Patient care skills

Attention to detail

Education

High School Graduate General Studies

Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT

Registered Technologist Computed Tomography

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

• 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.

Pay Range

$36.51 - $54.31 /hour