CT Technologist Hospital

rivhs; 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 and ensure patient safety and quality. You will assist radiologists, select correct protocols, prepare equipment, and document procedures in compliance with ALARA and RHS policies.

Responsibilities include patient preparation, addressing questions, coordinating care, and maintaining supplies while meeting regulatory standards. Weekend and irregular shifts may apply as part of call rotation.

Qualifications

• CT exam experience preferred.
• Ability to follow RHS policies and ALARA principles.
• Strong documentation and patient communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Assist radiologists in performing CT imaging procedures.
• Select proper protocol to obtain optimal images and document per scope of practice.
• Maintain safety and quality and apply ALARA principles.
• Prepare equipment, instrumentation and supplies to support patient care.
• Adhere to regulatory standards and report variances.
• Coordinate patient care and maintain equipment and stock to avoid service interruptions.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient care

Job description

Hiring Range

Smithfield, Virginia

$34.40 - $47.30/Hourly

Actual 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.

Qualifications

• 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 .