Senior CT Technologist-Full Time-shift 10:30a-11p rotating weekends-LBJ

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System in Houston, TX is seeking a CT Technologist to provide patient care and operate CT scans for diagnostic purposes within a busy hospital setting.

The role requires ARRT CT certification, TMB licensure, BLS, and a minimum of five years' CT experience; you will mentor peers and cover shifts including weekends and on-call.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED; graduate of a JRCERT-accredited program.
• Licenses: TMB-certified radiologic tech, ARRT CT, and BLS.
• Minimum 5 years as CT technologist; strong public contact.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care and operate CT scanner for diagnostic imaging.
• Mentor and take charge in supervisor's absence.
• Operate PACS and RIS and related clinical equipment.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

PC proficiency

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of JRCERT accredited program

Tools

CT Scanner

PACS

RIS

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

Job Summary

To provide patient care and technical skills in the operation of a computed tomography (CT) scanner for diagnostic and evaluation purposes. Mentors and takes charge in the absence of the supervisor.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or GED; Must be a graduate of a JRCERT accredited program
• Licenses & Certifications:
  • Cert Medical Radiologic Tech by the Texas Medical Board (TMB)
  • Basic Life Support from a hospital- based American Heart Association (AHA) approved program
  • Cert Computed Tomography Tech by the ARRT
• Work Experience: Five (5) as a staff CT Technologist
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact), Writing/Correspondence Writing/Reports
• Proficiencies : P.C.

Job Attributes

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Analytical , Medical Terms

• Work Schedule: Weekends, Flexible, On Call
• Equipment Operated: CT Scanner, PACS, RIS and related clinical equipment