CT Technologist - Pflugerville Free Standing ED

St. David's North Austin Medical Center; Pflugerville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. David's North Austin Medical Center in Texas seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT and radiology procedures, ensuring patient care and safety in accordance with ARRT standards.

The role requires an Associate Degree or higher in Radiologic Technology, ARRT CT, Texas CMRT, BLS within 30 days, and 1–2 years CT experience; will rotate call and maintain equipment proficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or higher in Radiologic Technology required.
• Graduate of JRCERT-accredited program or AMA-approved equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Perform prescribed CT procedures with accurate documentation.
• Demonstrate proficiency with CT scanner equipment and safety protocols.
• Document findings and relay relevant information to physicians.
• Maintain knowledge of anatomy and physiology pertinent to CT.
• Participate in rotating call schedule and provide patient care per age-specific needs.

Education

Associate Degree or higher in Radiologic Technology

Graduate of an educational program in Radiologic Technology accredited by JRCERT or AMA approved program

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) CT Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's North Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
• Colleague recognition program
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary of the CT Technologist

The CT Tech will coordinate services and activities specific to the Imaging area (CT and Radiology). Monitors all technical clerical functions, which include efficient patient throughput and effective utilization of equipment and human resources, based upon patient load. The CT Tech is responsible for performing CT scans and taking radiographs according to the standards and practices set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists to assist in diagnosis or treatment. Performs Computed Tomography procedures to demonstrate cross-sectional anatomical images for interpretation by, or at the request of a licensed practitioner. Applies appropriate patient care and recognizes patient conditions essential for successful completion of the procedure. Ensures the staff is trained, competent and in-serviced regularly. Applies knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span to identify patient and family requirements relative to age-specific needs. Exercises professional judgment in performance of services an maintains a demeanor complementary of medical ethics.

Participates in providing patient specific care standards as directed, and follows service excellence standards to ensure high levels of patient satisfaction.

Responsibilities of the CT Technologist

• Perform prescribed CT - Computed Tomographic procedures
• Demonstrate knowledge and proficiency in the use of CT scan equipment
• Demonstrate knowledge of human anatomy and physiology
• Document, on film or in writing, information seen during exam
• Relay to physicians any relevant patient information
• Apply principles of radiation safety to minimize risk to patient, self and others
• Participate in rotating call schedule
• Perform in other areas of department as needed

Qualifications of the CT Technologist

EDUCATION

• Associate Degree or higher in Radiologic Technology
• Graduate of an educational program in radiology accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology (JRCERT) or graduate of an American Medical Association approved program in Radiologic Technology or a military training program of equivalent standards.

EXPERIENCE

• One to two years of previous experience performing CT - Computed Tomography procedures is preferred.

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS REQUIRED

• Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) Registered Technologist with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT (R)), and post- primary certification in Computed Tomography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT (CT)) within 6 months of hire). If hired prior to 4/13/12, been performing x-rays since 1987, AND grandfathered in by the state of Texas, only CMRT required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

St. David's North Austin Medical Center (location/st-davids-north-austin-medical-center) is a multi-specialty hospital in Texas with more than 360 beds . The facility is home to St. David's Children's Hospital (service/pediatrics) , St. David's Women'sCenter of Texas (service/womens-center-of-texas) featuring a Level III NICU, a Kidney Transplant Center, and the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery () . Additional servicesoffered at this medical center include 24-hour emergency care, heart and vascular care, neurology andneurosurgery, rehabilitation services, and inpatient and outpatient surgery.St. David's North Austin Medical Center is part of St. David's HealthCare, which is oneof the largest healthcare systems in Texas and the third-largest employer in the Austin area. St.David's HealthCare was formed through a unique partnership between HCA Healthcare and twolocal non-profits — St. David's Foundation and Georgetown Health Foundation.HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for thedelivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.