Lead CT Technologist

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center; Hendersonville (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Wellbeing support services

Tuition assistance

Job summary

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center is seeking a Lead CT Technologist to perform various imaging procedures and ensure quality patient care. The role includes mentoring staff, coordinating assignments, and implementing proper imaging techniques in a supportive environment.

This position requires a graduate of an accredited Radiological Technology Program, ARRT-CT registration, and at least 3 years of experience. Comprehensive benefits and support for ongoing education are provided.

Qualifications

• A minimum of 3 years of CT experience.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiological Technology Program.

Responsibilities

• Perform a variety of imaging procedures ordered by physicians.
• Coordinate daily technologist assignments.
• Deliver compassionate, holistic care while supporting patient rights.

Skills

Patient care

CT experience

BLS certification

Mentoring

Education

Graduate of an accredited Radiological Technology Program

ARRT-CT registered

Job description

Overview

Do you have the career opportunities as a Lead CT Technologist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center, which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Day Shift 7:30am-5pm

The Lead CT Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of imaging procedures ordered by the physician. Lead CT technologists are responsible for day-to-day activities to ensure the delivery of quality patient care in a diagnostic/therapeutic environment. Serve as role models and clinical resource for the staff. Respond in a timely manner to requests for information or follow-up with director/manager, physician, staff or patient issues.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate the knowledge and skills needed to provide appropriate care for patient populations in the department.
• Demonstrate knowledge of the principles of growth and development across the lifespan and possess the ability to assess data reflecting the patient\'s age-specific needs.
• Assess patients\' and families\' ability to learn and incorporate teaching throughout the CT procedure.
• Deliver compassionate, holistic care while supporting the rights and dignity of all patients.
• Assure adequate staffing according to volume, flexing when necessary.
• Coordinate daily technologist assignments.
• Assure that all exams are completed and put in take status.
• Operate all department equipment safely and properly.
• Teach and mentor radiology students.
• Implement proper exposure techniques and positioning.
• Demonstrate knowledge of drugs, their actions, side effects and contraindications for administration.
• Help manage supplies in a cost-effective manner.

Qualifications

• Must be a graduate of an accredited Radiological Technology Program.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• ARRT-CT registered.
• A minimum of 3 years of CT experience.
• If chosen to be cross trained from another modality, must be registered within 6 months from registry eligibility.

Benefits

• 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.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

TriStar Hendersonville Medical Center is a 150 bed hospital that has provided high-quality health care for over 40 years. The facility is the first Accredited Chest Pain Center in Sumner County and a Certified Primary Stroke Center. The Birth Center at TriStar Hendersonville, featuring Sumner County’s only Level II NICU services which hosts spacious LDRP suites and a lactation boutique for inpatient and outpatient services. In addition, our facility is Gold Seal Certified in Total Hip and Total with The Joint Commission.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Lead CT Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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.