CT Technologist – PRN

Here’s What You Need

Education

·       Other Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology required Or

·       Associate’s Degree preferred

·       Other- CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required

 

Experience

·       1 year radiologic technician experience w/out ARRT-CT required or

·       no experience w/ARRT-CT required

 

Licenses and Certifications

·       ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists R upon hire required And

·       ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists CT (w/no radiology technician exp) upon hire required Or

·       ARRT – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists CT (w/1 year radiology technician exp) 12 months required And

·       CMRT – Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist (Either by the TDH or TMB) upon hire required And

·       BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly required

 

What You Will Do

Imaging Procedures, Quality and Processing

·       Explains procedures to patient or guardian / family member if applicable prior to exam

·       Positions patient to correct anatomical area of interest

·       Performs complex procedures including age related criteria and developmental considerations

·       Adjusts technique parameters appropriately for age related factors

·       Assists radiologist with complex and invasive procedures using aseptic technique

·       Maintains attention to details

·       Processes and manipulates images, analyzes image quality, troubleshoots, makes technique adjustments or repeat procedures as needed 8. Utilizes proper downtime procedures for PACS and HIS / RIS

·       Correctly sends and transfers images to PACS

·       Prints laser images from modality or PACS

·       Coordinates with Centralized Scheduling and other modalities

Patient Care

·       Uses multidisciplinary, team oriented actions

·       Assesses and recognizes the patient’s emotional, physical, developmental, cognitive and psychosocial conditions

·       Prepares room for examination (i.e. suction, oxygen, supplies)

·       Checks physician orders and exam requisitions using time-out procedures

·       Greets and acknowledges patient, using two forms of ID

·       Obtains patient history

·       Handles patients with IVs, oxygen, chest tubes or other devices, and monitor patient during imaging

·       Demonstrates knowledge of emergency drugs and equipment

·       Uses proper body mechanics when assisting patient

·       Administers contrast media and other medications in accordance with medication administration guidelines

·       Processes patient information, displays proper phone etiquette and transports patients as needed

·       Communicates respectfully with co-workers and other departments

Equipment Operation and Maintenance

·       Adjusts technical factors

·       Operates, cares for and maintains equipment

·       Maintains equipment and room to sanitary standards between patients (injectors, tabletops, floors)

·       Stocks supplies daily

·       Exchanges and maintenance of film badges within designated time frames

·       Demonstrates the knowledge and understanding of quality control and regulatory standards

·       Productive during periods of decreased work flow

Professional Accountability and Partnership

·       Maintains and enhances technical skills and technology advancement

·       Performs any assignment deemed necessary by supervisor

·       Attends departmental continuing education, meetings, and checks email in a timely manner

·       Identifies, troubleshoots and initiates quality improvement

·       Manages time and re-prioritizes as necessary

 

Additional perks of being a Texas Health CT Technologist:

·       Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

·       At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make us a great place to work.

·       A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

 

Entity Highlights:

Texas Health HEB is a 322-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1973. Our location in the DFW mid cities area provides convenient care to the residents of Hurst, Euless, Bedford, and the surrounding communities. We specialize in women’s services, perioperative services, heart and vascular care, acute care/med surg, intermediate care/step-down, oncology, behavioral health, and emergency medicine. Additional specialties include nuclear medicine, interventional radiology, respiratory therapy, and neuroscience care, including neurosurgery and stroke. Texas Health HEB is ANCC Magnet Designated, Joint Commission-certified in Chest Pain (PHAC), a Primary Stroke Center, a Level III Trauma Center, Level II NICU and Level III for maternal care. We’re a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, surgical services, women’s health, cardiac care and much more. As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we’re one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch, and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here!

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!   

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