TECH - CT

Universal Hospital Services Inc.; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Challenging and rewarding work environment

Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off

Excellent Benefit Packages

401(K) with company match

Tuition Reimbursement

Career development opportunities

HealthStream online learning catalogue

Job summary

A healthcare facility in Texas is seeking a CT-Tech responsible for operating diagnostic CT and performing CT procedures. The ideal candidate will possess an associate's degree in radiologic technology and relevant certifications, and have previous experience in an acute care environment. This role includes responsibilities such as identifying patients, reviewing exams for accuracy, and performing quality control. Competitive compensation and benefits are offered, including tuition reimbursement and career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology.
• Previous experience as a CT-Tech in an acute care environment is preferred.
• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for the operation of diagnostic CT and performance of CT procedures.
• Identifies each patient and reviews charts for consistency.
• Ensures proper film identification on images.
• Takes call as required and performs quality control.

Skills

Knowledge of anatomy and physiology

Knowledge of radiographic examinations

Knowledge of radiographic equipment operation

Knowledge of radiation safety

Ability to recognize differences between healthy and pathological areas

Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning technique

Education

Associate's degree in radiologic technology

Job description

Responsibilities

Doctors Hospital of Laredo, in Laredo, TX, is a 183-bed acute care facility that offers a range of medical services. You'll feel a difference when you walk in our doors. There's pride in the care we deliver and a commitment to serving Laredo's growing healthcare needs.

Job Summary

Responsible for the operation of diagnostic CT and the performance of all CT procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision. Possess a positive and courteous attitude, and take the initiative to go beyond what is expected in a teamwork environment.

Job Functions

1. Identifies each patient, reviews each patient's chart and previous examinations for consistency (examination ordered/clinical diagnosis), and records pertinent data at all times.
2. Reviews each examination for technical accuracy, presents completed examination to radiologist, and communicates pertinent data to persons responsible for the care of the patient following the procedure.
3. Identifies anatomical orientation on all required images, and ensures proper film identification on all images.
4. Must be able to take call when required.
5. Must perform quality control.

Benefit Highlights

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Paid Time Off
• Excellent Benefit Packages
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Career development opportunities across UHS and its 300+ locations!
• HealthStream online learning catalogue with plenty of free CEU courses
• More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: uhsguest.com.

Qualifications

Education

Graduate of a recognized, approved American Medical Association Council of Education program in radiologic technology; associate's degree preferred.

Previous experience as a CT-Tech in an acute care environment is preferred.

Licensure

1. Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists; certification by A.R.R.T on Computer Tomography or registry eligible.
2. Certification by Texas Medical Board.
3. BLS Required.

Skills

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Ability to recognize subtle differences between healthy and pathological areas.
• Knowledge of radiographic examinations as well as procedures that require the use of contrast agents.
• Knowledge of radiographic equipment operation and radiation safety.
• Knowledge of patient transfers and positioning technique.

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