Registered CT Technologist | Diagnostic Imaging Expert

HCA Healthcare; Conroe (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Wellbeing support

Paid time off

401(k) match

Education assistance

Additional family benefits

Job summary

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe is seeking a CT Technologist Registered to join our Medical Imaging team. Under supervision, you will perform CT imaging procedures and provide patient care in accordance with policies, regulations, and hospital standards. The ideal candidate will hold ARRT-R Radiography certification, an associate degree, and Basic Life Support.

Experience preferred; new graduates considered. Join us in Conroe, Texas for a rewarding career delivering compassionate, patient-centered

Qualifications

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Radiation safety

CT imaging

Patient care

Anatomy knowledge

Team communication

Education

Associate Degree

ARRT-R Radiography

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Job description

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe is seeking a CT Technologist Registered to join our Medical Imaging team. Under supervision, you will perform CT imaging procedures and provide patient care in accordance with policies, regulations, and hospital standards. The ideal candidate will hold ARRT-R Radiography certification, an associate degree, and Basic Life Support.

Experience preferred; new graduates considered. Join us in Conroe, Texas for a rewarding career delivering compassionate, patient-centered