CT Technologist Hospital

Riverside Health System; Smithfield (VA); On-site; USD 47,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health System in Smithfield, Virginia is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT exams on patients as ordered by physicians. You will prepare patients, explain exams, perform IV insertions and contrast injections, and complete screening and documentation per RHS policies.

Responsibilities include assisting radiologists, selecting protocols, maintaining equipment, and following ALARA principles while coordinating care in a fast-paced hospital environment with call and weekend shifts.

Qualifications

• ARRT CT certification is required or on hire.
• CPR/BLS certification required on hire.
• Experience in CT imaging preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists in performing CT imaging procedures and select proper protocols.
• Prepare equipment, maintain safety, and follow ALARA principles.
• Explain procedures to patients and handle IV insertions and contrast screening.
• Ensure documentation, regulatory compliance, and inventory of supplies.
• Coordinate patient care in a fast-paced hospital setting and manage shifts.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient communication

Safety protocols

Education

ARRT CT Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Job description

Smithfield, Virginia

Hiring Range

$34.40 - $47.30/HourlyActual pay is determined based on job-related factors such as relevant experience, education, credentials, skills, internal equity, and business needs.

Overview

The CT Technologist in a hospital setting is responsible for performing CT exams on patients as requested by the referring physicians. Performs all CT exams and procedures in accordance with RHS policy and procedures. Performs patient preparation and explanation of exams, responds to patient questions and concerns regarding exam procedures and process, IV insertions and contrast injections, and completes all associated patient and equipment screening and technical documentation.

What you will do

• Assists radiologists in performing CT imaging procedures. Select proper protocol to obtain optimal images and provides clinical documentation per scope of practice.
• Performs with a high degree of safety and quality and prevents or reduces harms through knowledge and application of policies, procedures, protocols using safety behaviors. Responsible for the preparation of equipment, instrumentation, and departmental supplies required to support quality patient care. Follows ALARA principles according to policy.
• Understands and adheres to all applicable regulatory and accrediting standards. Reports variances.
• Coordinates patient care and performs effective assessment, actions, and documentation. Monitors and maintains an adequate inventory of supplies and material to ensure non-interruption of services.
• Detail oriented ability to multi-task organized and able to work in a fast-paced environment.

Experience

• CT experience (Preferred)

Licenses and Certifications

• Radiologic Technologists - The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Computed Tomography (CT) Upon Hire(Required) and
• CPR/BLS Certification - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/American Safety and Health Institute (AHA/ARC) Upon Hire(Required)

Other Requirements

• Call Rotation
• Weekend Shifts
• Irregular Shifts

To learn more about being a team member with Riverside Health System visit us at https://www.riversideonline.com/careers.