CT Technologist PRN

Baylor Scott & White Health; Marble Falls (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated CT Technologist to join their team in a small-town hospital. This role involves performing high-quality CT procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining equipment standards. The position offers a supportive environment with opportunities for professional growth and cross-training in various modalities. With a focus on geriatric care, you will contribute to a healthcare system that prioritizes patient well-being and community service. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a rapidly growing area known for its charm and friendliness.

Benefits

Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

Debt-free tuition assistance

Immediate access to time off benefits

Flexible work scheduling

Career advancement opportunities

Relocation assistance

Enhanced shift differential pay

Fully funded bachelor’s and master’s degrees

Qualifications

• Must be certified in CT imaging and possess strong patient communication skills.
• Experience in X-ray and infection control protocols is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality CT procedures and maintain imaging standards.
• Communicate effectively with patients to ensure comfort and understanding.

Skills

CT Imaging

X-Ray Imaging

Patient Communication

Infection Control

Emergency Response

Education

ARRT-CT Certification

ARRT-R Radiography Certification

ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Certification

Tools

CT Scanner

X-Ray Machine

Ultrasound Equipment

MRI Machine

Job description

LOCATION: BAYLOR SCOTT & WHITE MEDICAL CENTER, MARBLE FALLS, TX

DEPT: RADIOLOGY

SCHEDULE: PRN

Must have experience in CT and X-Rays and/or willing to do X-Rays

Dept Specifics:

Our population is mostly geriatric. We offer X-ray, fluoroscopy, CT, MRI, Nuclear Medicine, Ultrasound and Echocardiology services. We have 2 X-Ray rooms, 1 fluoroscopy room, 1 CT room, 1 MRI room, 1 nuclear Med camera and 3 Ultrasound rooms. Daily, we perform 10-20 XR/CT exams, 10 Ultrasounds, 3-4 Nuclear Med. This is a small-town hospital with a lot of capabilities like pacemaker MRI, team dynamics and professional development. You are able to cross-train into other modalities. Marble Falls is nestled in the Beautiful Hill Country, growing rapidly but still with that small-town charm and friendliness.

BENEFITS

Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

• Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
• Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
• Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more
• Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.

Reasons to join the most rewarded healthcare system in Texas include:

• Flexible work scheduling
• Career advancement/ Leadership opportunities
• Relocation assistance
• Intraoperative- dedicated OR technologists
• Various shifts available for 8, 10 or 12 hours
• Enhanced shift differential pay
• Tuition: Fully funded bachelor’s and master’s degrees
• Competitive Wages and Incentives
• Cross-training across modalities
• Work in your preferred setting: Academic Level 1 trauma center/ Community Hospital/ Pediatric Hospital/ Ambulatory and Specialty Clinics

JOB SUMMARY
The CT Technologist, under general supervision of a Radiologist, performs computed tomography (CT) procedures on ambulatory and hospital patients as requested by a physician or other licensed provider for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLE

• Performs high quality CT procedures, according to exam protocol, in a timely manner. Maintains production and quality of imaging procedures by following established standards and procedures.
• Utilizes AIDET when communicating with patients to: identify patient service requirements, ensure correct exam is performed on the correct patient, and establish rapport with patients and others. Instructs and communicates with patients and their family regarding the test to be performed and assesses patient's ability to tolerate exam.
• Prepares patient and area for procedure by positioning patient, adjusting immobilization devices, moving equipment into specified position and adjusting equipment controls to set exposure factors.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to safety requirements, infection-control, drug and radiation policies, protocols and techniques. Uses proper sterile techniques when setting up and performing invasive multimodality procedures and maintains hand hygiene requirements.
• Maintains equipment and work area to meet quality and cleanliness standards. Works with engineers and physicists to ensure optimal operational capabilities of equipment. Reports issues to management or appropriate department. Assists in maintaining supplies inventory.
• Ensures people are safe to enter the department by screening them according to approved policies and procedures.
• Obtains, verifies and maintains all relevant documentation such as requisition/chart, patient history, pregnancy status and shielding precautions taken, consent forms, policies and procedures, etc.
• Maintains medical imaging records in appropriate system and according to department policies and standards for interpretation in a timely manner.

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS

• Able to perform high quality CT procedures according to exam protocol in a timely manner.
• Able to explain the procedure and put patients at ease.
• Able to give services in a timely, accurate, and cost-efficient manner in compliance with established System and regulatory standards, policies and procedures.
• Able to perform tasks autonomously without need for routine oversight.
• Able to maintain a calm and helpful attitude, even under times of stress, and take appropriate and reasonable steps to resolve issues.
• Able to effectively administer first aid and use emergency cart.
• Able to ensure customer satisfaction by limiting wait times, providing courteous service, remaining professional, reviewing patient satisfaction scores and developing action plans when required.
• Demonstrates and maintains current knowledge, continued education and skills appropriate care for the following age groups (specific to department): newborn, pediatric, young adult, adult and geriatric.
• Able to serve as preceptor by providing quality training to new team members and on new services and initiatives.
• Able to take call, if required.

CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION

• ARRT-CT Computed Tomography (ARRT-CT): Must be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography (CT).
• ARRT-N Nuclear Medicine Tech (ARRT-N), ARRT-R Radiography (ARRT-R), Cert Nuclear Med Tech (CNMT): Must also be certified by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Radiography (R) or in Nuclear Medicine (N) or by Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Tech (CNMT).