CT Technologist PRN

Texas Health Huguley FWS; Killeen (TX); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Texas is seeking a PRN CT Technologist to deliver high-quality imaging services. The role requires adherence to safety protocols while providing excellent patient care across various age groups. You will utilize advanced imaging technology and collaborate with healthcare professionals to ensure optimal patient outcomes.

Benefits

Mental Health Resources and Support

Competitive salaries

Exceptional benefits

Opportunities for growth

Qualifications

• Completion of a Radiologic Technology program is required.
• Must hold certification as a CT Technologist.
• Experience with imaging protocols and patient care is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging for neuro and body scans, adhering to protocols.
• Transmitting images for diagnostic interpretation and ensuring accurate record maintenance.
• Educate patients regarding procedures and maintain a safe imaging environment.

Skills

Patient care

Technical scanning procedures

Quality image production

Infection control standards

Education

Radiologic Technology Degree

Certification as CT Technologist

Tools

CT scanners

Medical imaging equipment

Job description

Job Description - CT Technologist PRN (25022326)

Job Description

CT Technologist PRN (

Job Number:

25022326 )

Description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

- Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding thattogetherwe are even better.

Schedule: PRN

The community you’ll be caring for:

§ Located in the heart of Texas, AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook provide care for the citizens of Bell, Coryell and Lampasas counties.

§ Both AdventHealth Central Texas and AdventHealth Rollins Brook are committed to reinvesting in the community by offering the services, technologies, and facilities to set the standard with the continually changing healthcare industry.

§ As a member of our team of more than 1,000 employees you will enjoy competitive salaries, exceptional benefits and opportunities for growth while working in an environment that is centered around our mission of Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ.

The role you’ll contribute:

Under general supervision, the primary duties of a CT Technologist include performing imaging for both neuro and body scans on patients from neonate to geriatric, adhering to age-specific guidelines and facility parameters. Responsibilities encompass conducting examinations according to established protocols, transmitting images for diagnostic interpretation, and ensuring the hospital computer system is kept current with the progress of these exams. This role necessitates performing a variety of technical scanning procedures that require independent judgment, initiative, and the application of ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The technologist must also assist physicians in performing procedures, maintaining records of examinations performed, and, where appropriate and licensed, may function as a Radiology Technologist or assist in the Radiology Department. In addition to imaging duties, the CT Technologist is expected to provide quality patient care, perform high-quality images and exams with sensitivity to patient needs, and adhere to safe radiation practices. Demonstrating leadership abilities, acting as a clinical resource, and assuming responsibility for related tasks as needed are also key aspects of the role. The CT Technologist is committed to outstanding customer service, maintains equally respectful relationships with all, and implements the principles of the hospital or healthcare facility. They must also adhere to the compliance plan and regulations of all local, state, and federal agencies, and to the standards of all accrediting bodies.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

· Performs all exams using established protocols. Uses facility policy for proper identification of patient prior to performing exam. Educates patient concerning exam. Properly screens patients for any contrast allergies

· Completes all exams in a timely manner, keeps work flow moving, and minimizes empty table time. Follows through after completing exam with communication and transportation of patients

· Performs all types of imaging procedures and operates all equipment safely and properly including scanners, injectors, monitors, and medical equipment. Demonstrates the knowledge and skills to perform scans on patients on all ages, adapting protocols as necessary

· Properly screens patients of childbearing age, and operates all imaging equipment in a safe manner minimizing radiation exposure to patients, families, and co-workers. Practices infection control standards, and utilizes approved PPE and disinfectant agents. Maintains properly stocked, organized and clean room. Performs vendor required QA on CT scanners. Employee job duties may include transport of pharmaceutical waste from the point of generation to a designated secure storage area. Employee will be required to complete initial training (prior to handling pharmaceutical waste) to include proper handling and transport of pharmaceutical waste, and proper selection, use and disposal of personal protective equipment, if applicable

· Reviews all images of all exams, repeating images as necessary for best possible result. If necessary notify physician of emergent findings according to established protocol

Qualifications

The expertise and experiences you’ll need to succeed :

Job

Job

: Radiology/Imaging

Organization

Organization

: AdventHealth Central Texas

Primary Location

Primary Location

: US-TX-Killeen

Work Locations

Work Locations

: ME METROPLEX HOSPITAL 2201 S CLEAR CREEK RD Killeen 76549

Operating Unit : AdventHealth Central Texas