CT Technologist — Advanced Imaging & Patient Care

HCA Healthcare, Inc.; Kenilworth Estates (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with match

Tuition assistance

Life insurance

Job summary

TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT exams, prepare patients, and ensure high-quality imaging while following ALARA principles. You will start IVs for contrast, manage patient history, and coordinate daily exams with radiology staff.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT-CT and ARRT-R certifications, an Associate Degree, and BLS within 30 days of start date. On-call responsibilities and commitment to quality improvement are expected.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• ARRT-CT certification required
• ARRT-R radiography certification required
• Associate Degree or higher in radiologic technology required

Responsibilities

• Perform CT exams following protocols to ensure high-quality care and timely completion of exams
• Obtain patient history and retrieve orders or prior images
• Provide patient history, signs and symptoms to radiologist
• Complete documentation accurately
• Coordinate patient flow and daily exam lists
• Support ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure
• Explain procedures to patients and answer questions
• Interact professionally with physicians, patients, and family members
• Start IVs for contrast administration and use the power injector
• Prepare procedure trays with supplies
• Participate in quality and performance improvement initiatives
• Demonstrate knowledge of patient age-related care and development

Skills

ALARA principles

Patient communication

Education

Associate Degree

ARRT-CT

ARRT-R

Job description

TriStar Southern Hills Medical Center is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT exams, prepare patients, and ensure high-quality imaging while following ALARA principles. You will start IVs for contrast, manage patient history, and coordinate daily exams with radiology staff.

The ideal candidate holds ARRT-CT and ARRT-R certifications, an Associate Degree, and BLS within 30 days of start date. On-call responsibilities and commitment to quality improvement are expected.