CT/X-Ray technologist

Catholic Health Initiatives; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health is seeking a Radiologic Tech to operate CT imaging equipment, explain procedures to patients, and provide pre- and post-diagnostic care through test completion. The role includes patient positioning, calibration, and documentation under imaging supervision.

The candidate should have ARRT CT certification, Texas MRT, CPR/BLS, and associate degree preferred, with 1 year radiography experience preferred. Strong interpersonal and communication skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – CT; must maintain current.
• Certified by the state of Texas - MRT.
• CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT exams on patients according to departmental procedures under the Medical Director.
• Prepares equipment ensuring it is operational, safe and functioning per diagnostic standards.
• Troubleshoots equipment failure and imaging quality and contacts service for problems.
• Maintains infection control standards during/after each procedure and ensures room cleanliness.
• Completes all quality checks and maintains equipment logs.

Skills

ARRT CT Certification

CPR/BLS Certification

Texas MRT Certification

Interpersonal Skills

Written and Oral Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree preferred

Tools

ARRT CT

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

Operates diagnostic equipment and Performs a variety of technical diagnostic imaging procedures related to CT. Provides patient orientation, procedure explanation, and pre and post diagnostic care to completion of test. Performs complete diagnostic imaging tests inclusive of positioning patient, calibration of equipment, and documentation of findings, with the direction of the imaging supervisor/manager. Assists patients with basic patient care needs.

1. Performs CT exams on patients according to the specific departmental procedure protocols under the direction of the Medical Director.

2. Prepares equipment ensuring that equipment is operational, safe and functioning according to diagnostic standards

3. Problem-solves equipment failure and imaging quality and contacts service representative or CES regarding equipment problems

4. Ensures that daily equipment and room maintenance are performed during/ after each procedure, and that special precautions and measures are performed to ensure infection control standards.

5. Completes all quality checks and Ensures that equipment logs are maintained

Job Requirements

Education: Associate’s Degree preferred

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – ARRT (R ) (CT); must maintain current
• Certified by the state of Texas - MRT
• CPR/BLS certification

Preferred

One (1) year of experience as a radiographer or one (1) year of radiography clinical rotation experience in a healthcare setting

• Good alpha/numeric dexterity and handwriting skills
• Interpersonal skills for communication with patients, visitors, physicians and other hospital personnel.
• Must have good written and oral communication skills

Where You'll Work

CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S., from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services, CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources, CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities, advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable, and innovating how and where healing can happen, both inside our hospitals and out in the community.

Pay Range

$36.61 $60.24/hour

We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.