CT Technologist Registered

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe; Conroe (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 110.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Time away from work

Education support

Descripción de la vacante

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computerized tomography imaging and related patient care under the supervision of the Radiology team. You will ensure diagnostic-quality scans, follow radiation safety rules, and support radiologists during procedures.

The role requires an Associate Degree, Texas RT license or ARRT-R, and BLS certification; experience is preferred, but new grads are considered.

Formación

• BLS certification required.
• ARRT‑R radiography required.
• TX licensed RT Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer required.
• Associate Degree required.
• Experience preferred; licensed new grads will be considered.

Responsabilidades

• Follow established radiation safety rules and protect patients and staff.
• Explain CT procedures to gain patient confidence and cooperation.
• Position patients correctly and safely for imaging.
• Set up patient, supplies and equipment before procedures; assist radiologists as needed.
• Assist radiologists during biopsy or guidance procedures and have films ready.
• Ensure imaging equipment and films are properly managed and ready for review.

Conocimientos

Radiology safety

CT imaging

Patient communication

Independent scanning

Anatomy knowledge

Safety protocols

Educación

Associate Degree

Texas RT Radiologic Technologist license

Herramientas

CT scanner

Film processor

Descripción del empleo

Experience the HCA Healthcare difference where colleagues are trusted, valued members of our healthcare team. Grow your career with an organization committed to delivering respectful, compassionate care, and where the unique and intrinsic worth of each individual is recognized. CT Technologist Registered

Job Summary and Qualifications

Under the direction of the Radiology Supervisor, Lead Technologist, Director of Medical Imaging, and Staff Radiologists, the CT Technologist is responsible to safely and proficiently perform computerized tomography imaging procedures and related patient care according to, government regulations, physician orders, policies and procedures of the Medical Imaging Department, and policies and procedures of the hospital.

What you will do in this role:

• Understands and follows established radiation safety rules. Always uses appropriate radiation safety devices to protect self, others, and the patient.
• Explains CT procedures to gain patient confidence and cooperation. Keeps patient informed of progress during the procedure. Remains at the control station during the scan keeping the patient under constant observation.
• Consistently produces diagnostic quality scans without assistance or supervision. Uses good judgment in seeking assistance or supervision when it is needed.
• Consistently uses correct scanning protocols. Shows ability to adapt imaging routines to special imaging situations. Has a good working knowledge of cross-section anatomy.
• Understand tube heat precautions and considers slice and technique load on tube.
• Consistently positions patients correctly and safely on imaging table.
• Uses appropriate patient immobilization devices to prevent motion and repeat slices.
• Takes necessary repeat slices without waiting to be told that they are necessary and without attempting to slip by poor films.
• Takes appropriate precautions to prevent patient falls or injury. Insures that unstable patients are not left alone on imaging tables.
• Properly sets up patient, supplies, and equipment before summoning radiologist to begin a biopsy or guidance procedure. Assists radiologists as needed during procedures. Is able to anticipate the radiologist’s needs and have previous films, supplies, and equipment ready for immediate use.
• Has good working knowledge laser printer and film processor.
• Can perform all types of scans independently with quality results.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support required
• (ARRT-R) Radiography required
• (RT) Radiologic Technologist/Radiographer in the state of Texas required
• Associate Degree required
• Experience preferred, licensed new grads will be considered

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefitsfor medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support,including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from workprograms 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 supportthrough tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefitsfor 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.

At HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, superior healthcare meets the comfort and convenience of a comprehensive hospital, close to home, in Conroe, Texas. We have been providing high-quality healthcare to the Montgomery County region for more than 80 years. During that time we have grown to become a full-service 330+ bed medical center and a tertiary referral center – all while remaining true to our mission of providing care, above all else. As a regional, tertiary referral center, other hospitals rely on us when higher levels of acute care are necessary. HCA Houston Conroe was the first hospital in Montgomery County to achieve the designation of a Level II Trauma Center. We are also a Certified Primary Stroke Center, an Accredited Chest Pain Center, and a designated Level III Neonatal ICU in order to treat for the most vulnerable patients of all ages. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

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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.