CT Technologist - Free-Standing ER - Days

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital; Brandon (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Plan with match

Tuition assistance

Student loan assistance

Certification support

Dependent scholarships

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Flexible spending accounts

Fertility/family-building benefits

Job summary

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital in Brandon, FL is seeking a full-time CT Technologist to support our free-standing ER. You will perform diagnostic CT exams and accompanying radiology tasks, including contrast administration and patient positioning, while maintaining patient care and safety.

The role requires Florida licensure, ARRT CT certification, BLS, and at least 1 year of CT experience in an acute-care setting. On-call responsibilities may apply.

Qualifications

• Florida-licensed CT Technologist on a full-time basis.
• Valid ARRT (CT) certification.
• Clear/active Florida Department of Health licensure (CRT).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Ability to perform work requiring frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, lifting up to 100 lbs.
• Minimum of 1 year current/recent experience as a CT Technologist, preferably in an acute-care hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Select proper technical factors for study and perform diagnostic CT examinations accurately and compassionately.
• Operate CT scanner, pressure injector, resuscitation equipment, laser filmer, and teleradiology system.
• Assist in administration of contrast media and related procedures.
• Prepare and reposition patients ensuring modesty and safety with equipment.
• Document clinical information prior to exam, obtain informed consent, and complete required MEDITECH fields.
• Obtain high-quality CT images for interpretation.
• Maintain up-to-date software protocols and pursue ongoing education.
• Communicate effectively with patient, radiologist and care team.
• Ensure equipment is functional, rooms are clean, and supplies are stocked.
• Accept on-call and call-back responsibilities as needed.

Skills

Florida license

ARRT CT certification

BLS certification

1 year CT experience

Patient handling ability

Education

High School Diploma or equivalency plus college/technical training

Tools

CT scanner

Resuscitation equipment

Laser filmer

Teleradiology system

Job description

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 Technologist - Free-Standing ER - Days

Job Summary And Qualifications

CT Technologist

This full-time CT Technologist opportunity will support our free-standing ER department: HCA Florida North Lakeland Emergency. CT Technologists in our free-standing ERs are also responsible for x-rays. We are currently seeking a Florida-licensed CT Technologist on a full-time basis. As a CT Technologist, you will be competent in all of the following: brain, total spine, facial, sinus, orbits, thorax, abdomen, pelvis, upper/lower extremities, sella, and biopsies. We prioritize patient care; if you are dedicated to caring for others, this could be your next career opportunity.

CT Technologist duties include but are not limited to:

• Select proper technical factors for study then perform and complete diagnostic CT examinations accurately in a caring, compassionate and respectful manner
• Demonstrate sound and thorough operational knowledge of the CT scanner, pressure injector, resuscitation equipment, laser filmer, and teleradiology system
• Assist in the administration of contrast media and other related procedures
• Prepare, transfer and position patients as needed ensuring modesty, safely utilizing auxiliary equipment and/or devices indicated
• Document all pertinent clinical information prior to exam, obtain informed consent, and complete all required fields within MEDITECH accurately and on time
• Obtain high-quality CT images assuring only optimal images are submitted for interpretation
• Remain proficient in executing software protocols and keep up to date with changes in the field by in-service study, attending courses or seminars as necessary/recommended
• Maintain proactive and effective communication with patient and other caregivers to include the radiologist
• Check the operation of the equipment, maintain cleanliness of table/equipment to prevent cross-contamination of contagious diseases and keep room stocked with linens and necessary supplies
• Accept on-call and call-back responsibilities as needed to provide optimum patient care

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalency plus college/technical training
• Valid ARRT (CT) certification
• Clear/active Florida Department of Health licensure (CRT)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Ability to perform work which requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, and/or lifting of patients/equipment up to 100 lbs.
• Minimum of 1 year current/recent experience as a CT Technologist, preferably in an acute-care hospital setting

Benefits

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

HCA Florida Brandon Hospital is a 400-bed, acute-care hospital in Brandon, FL. We offer many services including a heart & vascular center, behavioral health center and a women’s center. Our women’s center includes a 36 bed neonatal intensive care unit. We have a reflux center and a bariatric center. We are dedicated to quality and devoted to our community. We have been named a top 100 hospital in America many times. Our intensive care unit has been named a top 100 ICU. Join our friendly hospital with its caring staff located just south of Tampa. We are proud of our colleagues who contribute to the care and services of patients. Whether it is clinical care or our support staff, everyone has an important role in contributing to the health of our community. We hope you’ll consider a career at HCA Florida Brandon Hospital.

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