Lead CT Technologist – St. Mary's Hospital

Mercy Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 48,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000

Competitive pay and benefits

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Job summary

Bon Secours Richmond is seeking a Lead CT Technologist to supervise CT staff, perform high-quality CT procedures, and ensure patient safety. You will coordinate staffing, quality control, and regulatory compliance in the CT department, using advanced imaging technology and EPIC/PACS systems.

The role requires ARRT certification, BLS, and CT experience; a sign-on bonus up to $15,000 is offered for eligible candidates. Richmond-based department supports patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates strong communication and patient-focused care.
• Minimum 1 year CT or Rad Tech experience required.
• ARRT Diagnostics and CT certifications preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead CT team activities and maintain staffing levels.
• Perform CT procedures and ensure image quality.
• Maintain CT IT systems like Radiant and PACS.
• Assist radiologists with biopsies and related procedures.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Computer Literacy

Patient-centered care

Calm Demeanor

Critical Thinking

Safety

Attention to Detail

Teamwork

Customer Service

Mentor

Training

Problem Solving

Scheduling

Initiative

Education

Associate’s ARRT-accredited institute (preferred)

Tools

EPIC EHR

PACS

Job description

Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days (United States of America)

Who we are

We believe your best is yet to come. At Bon Secours, we celebrate the human side of health care, uniting individuals from all walks of life in giving good help to those in need. We’ll ask a lot of you, but we’ll give a lot back, as well. Whether you’re called to bedside care, patient support, community service or operations and administration, there’s a place for you here. Because if there’s one thing we know for certain, it’s that good works start with great people. We’ll support and empower you to bring your best – in service of our patients and our Mission.

Lead CT Technologist - St. Mary’s Hospital

Candidates accepting a full time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $15,000! Rules & restrictions apply, ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

Job Summary

The Lead CT Technologist leads the activities of the associates working in the CT department. The Lead CT Technologist applies the art and skill of diagnostic imaging through the safe and effective use of CT scanning equipment in a way that provides direct patient care in a compassionate and timely manner. The CT Technologist assists in the diagnosis and treatment of patients by producing diagnostic CT scans.

Essential Functions

• Demonstrates team building and leadership behavior to accomplish tasks and organizational objectives.
• Maintains proper staffing levels and assigns call.
• Maintains accreditation and regulatory compliance of CT department.
• Maintains prescribed standard of quality of work for the CT department.
• Assures the quality of all images and confirms that all pertinent patient/procedural data is correct.
• Performs computed tomography procedures.
• Performs timeout as required per policy.
• Properly positions patients on CT scanning cradles and properly immobilizes patients with appropriate devices to obtain desired position.
• Makes radiation exposures by energizing scanner per physician request and patient history.
• Performs intravenous injections and demonstrates a knowledge of use and care of existing IVs, administers oral, rectal, and IV radiographic contracts agents specific to procedures.
• Assists the radiologist with biopsies, drainage procedures, etc. utilizing sterile techniques, exhibiting safe and effective use of all contrast and radiation materials.
• Maintains a working knowledge of all CT IT systems, including Radiant and PACS.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education

• Associate’s from an ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) accredited institute (preferred)

Required Licensing & Certifications

• BLS Basic Life Support, American Heart Association (required at hire for Roper St Francis Healthcare locations; preferred at hire, required prior to independent patient care at BSMH)
• Certification and Registration with ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) in Diagnostic Radiology (required)
• Advanced modality registration in CT, ARRT (required)
• State Licensure (preferred, unless required by the state where the job is being performed)

Experience

• 1 year experience as CT or Rad Tech (required)
• 2 years’ experience as CT or Rad Tech (preferred)

Skills & Abilities

• Communication
• Interpersonal Skills
• Computer Literacy
• Commitment to patient-based care
• Calm Demeanor
• Critical Thinking
• Safety
• Attention to Detail
• Escalate Concerns
• Teamwork
• Customer Service
• Maintains positive attitude
• Follows Directions
• Preceptor
• Mentor
• Training
• Problem Solving
• Scheduling
• Leader subject matter expert
• Takes initiative

Training

• EPIC Electronic Health Record (EHR) (preferred)
• Picture archiving communication system (PACS) (preferred)

Range

Minimum: $35.82

Maximum: $55.52

Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.

What we offer

• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department

Radiology - CT - St. Mary’s - Richmond

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affir please email [e-mail]. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at [e-mail].