CT Technologist PRN

Heart Hospital of Austin; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental and vision benefits

Education assistance

Time Away From Work program

Retirement and savings plans

Job summary

Heart Hospital of Austin is seeking a CT Technologist (PRN) to perform diagnostic radiological CT exams and support cross-disciplinary care teams. The role involves timely procedures, patient communication, and adherence to physician orders while maintaining safety and quality standards.

The qualified candidate will have an accredited radiologic technology program background, Texas radiologic credentials, and ARRT CT(R) certification, with BCLS within 30 days of employment.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree and graduate from an accredited radiologic technology program.
• Preferred: At minimum 1 year experience as a CT Technologist.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures in a timely manner; documents required information and communicates to primary physician and direct care staff pertinent information.
• Coordinate and assist in the care of patients assigned in collaboration with other CT technologists, physicians, nurses, and allied health staff.
• Evaluate patient condition in order to adequately perform CT exams.
• Inform and explain procedure to be performed to patients and what is expected in terms of his/her cooperation.
• Provide comprehensive direct patient care and assures a safe and comforting environment.
• Consult with other staff as necessary to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• Assure that the necessary clinical equipment and supplies are available and are safely utilized.
• Possess the knowledge of growth and development of patients across the life span (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
• Perform Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Document required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the PRN career opportunities as a(an) CT Technologist PRN you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Heart Hospital of Austin 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 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.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Retirement readiness and rollover 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)

Learn more about Employee Benefits (pages/prn-employee-benefits-and-rewards)Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) CT Technologist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions are valued? If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary of the CT Technologist

Responsible for performing all diagnostic radiological procedures in a timely manner. Performs procedures according to physician's orders. As a member of the care team, the C.T. Technologist is responsible for working collaboratively with other members to assure the safe and accurate delivery of patient care. In addition, the C.T. Technologist must be able and willing to cross-train into other appropriate modalities. Under the direction of the Laboratory department, all modalities will be responsible in assisting with the collection of patient specimen(s), the proper labeling of that specimen(s) and the safe delivery to the lab department. Their other duties will include quality control, quality improvement, and equipment maintenance.

Responsibilities of the CT Technologist

• Perform CT procedures in a timely manner; documents required information and communicates to primary physician and direct care staff pertinent information.
• Coordinate and assist in the care of patients assigned in collaboration with other CT technologists, physicians, nurses, and allied health staff.
• Evaluate patient condition in order to adequately perform CT exams.
• Inform and explain procedure to be performed to patients and what is expected in terms of his/her cooperation.
• Provide comprehensive direct patient care and assures a safe and comforting environment.
• Consult with other staff as necessary to meet the needs of the patient and family.
• Assure that the necessary clinical equipment and supplies are available and are safely utilized.
• Possess the knowledge of growth and development of patients across the life span (neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric).
• Perform Point of Care procedures in a timely manner according to established policy and procedure. Document required information and complies with all Point of Care quality control standards.

Qualifications of the CT Technologist

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

• Associate Degree and graduate from an accredited radiologic technology program
• Preferred: At minimum 1 year experience as a CT Technologist

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATES :

• Current Medical Radiologic Technologist certification with Texas Medical Board (TMB)
• Current American Registry of Radiological Technologists (ARRT) Registered Radiologic Technologist RT (R) license
• Current American Registry of Radiological Technologist (ARRT)/Registered C T Technologist, CT(R) license
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

Heart Hospital of Austin () , which is part of St. David'sHealthCare, is a 58-bed hospital. We are one of the highest performing cardiovascularfacilities in the nation. We specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of cardiovascular disease.It features a comprehensive 24-hour emergency department. We have an advanced Executive WellnessProgram. Our six operating rooms (ORs), including three hybrid ORs serve the city of Austin. We havethree catheterization labs and electrophysiology services as well. It is home to one of the largest non-academic cardiovascular research programsin the world.HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institutefor over a decade.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 review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

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