CT Technologist PRN

TriStar Horizon Medical Center; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

TriStar Horizon Medical Center is hiring a CT Technologist PRN to perform CT and general radiology exams with emphasis on patient safety and high-quality imaging. You will operate imaging systems, initiate IV contrast, and assist radiologists while maintaining sterile technique and ALARA principles.

The role requires ARRT CT certification (or eligible), BLS, and preferred 1 year post-graduate experience. Join a facility with comprehensive imaging services and a strong focus on quality care.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program.
• Current ARRT certification with advanced CT registry or eligible with CT in 6–12 months.
• 1 year post-graduate experience preferred.
• BLS certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT and General Radiology exams (including plain film x‑rays) following protocols.
• Initiate IVs for contrast administration and use the power injector.
• Assist radiologist by providing patient history and exam details.
• Coordinate patient flow and document in Meditech, Synapse, Tele-Radiology, CD Burner, GE Workstation.
• Support ALARA principles and educate patients about procedures.

Education

Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology

Current ARRT certification with advanced CT

1 year post-graduate experience preferred

BLS certification required

Tools

Meditech

Synapse

GE Workstation

Job description

Job Summary And Qualifications

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 TriStar Horizon Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare. The CT/General Radiologic Technologist performs high-quality, comprehensive Computed Tomography (CT) and General Radiology exams. This role is central to patient safety and quality care, requiring the technologist to assess patients for contraindications, review orders and labs, and expertly administer contrast media via IVs and a power injector. The technologist operates advanced imaging and hospital systems (such as Meditech, Synapse, and GE Workstation), assists the radiologist, and prepares procedure trays using sterile technique. The position requires adherence to all safety protocols, particularly those related to the potential exposure to hazardous medications as defined by the facility's policy. Furthermore, the role involves promoting a collaborative environment and providing age-appropriate care based on demonstrated knowledge of human growth and development.

What You Will Do in This Role

• Perform CT and General Radiology exams (including plain film x-rays) following protocols and ensuring high-quality, timely care. Interview patients, review charts and orders, and evaluate lab results for contraindications before contrast administration.


• Initiate IVs for contrast administration, ensuring appropriate gauge and patency for the injection rate, and utilize the power injector. Prepare procedure trays using sterile technique and appropriate supplies.


• Assist the radiologist as necessary, providing them with the patient's relevant history, signs, and symptoms for the exam.


• Coordinate patient flow, manage the daily exam list, and complete correct documentation using required systems (e.g., Meditech, Synapse, Tele-Radiology, CD Burner, and GE Workstation).


• Contribute to hospital quality (QI) and performance improvement (PI) plans.


• Transport patients to and from the department as needed. Demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, range of treatment, and care appropriate to the ages of patients served.


• Promote teamwork and professionalism by communicating effectively with physicians, patients, and family members.


• Support ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles and inform patients about procedures and answer their questions.


• Handle daily upkeep, including cleaning and stocking departmental work areas.


• Comply with all facility-endorsed risk mitigation strategies for handling hazardous medications.


• Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and accreditations.

What Qualifications You Will Need

• Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.


• Current ARRT certification with advanced registry, or registry eligible with advanced CT certification within 1 year of hire or within 6 months of eligibility.


• 1 year post-graduate experience preferred.


• BLS certification required.

Benefits

TriStar Horizon Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

• 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

Learn More About Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position.

TriStar Horizon Medical Center is an accredited, 150+ bed regional medical center. We offer a full array of services. These include cardiology and diagnostic imaging. These include emergency, inpatient rehabilitation. Also including oncology, orthopedics, and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Horizon is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. Our satellite campus, TriStar Natchez, offers imaging and oncology services. They offer a 24/7, full-service ER that provides the same services as our main campus emergency room.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery 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