CT Technologist Reg - HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe

Description

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Registered CT Technologist today with HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe.

Benefits

HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
  

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a(an) Registered CT Technologist. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated $13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

Under the direction of the Radiology Supervisor, Lead Technologist, Director of Medical Imaging, and Staff Radiologists, the CT Technologist is responsible to safely and proficiently perform computerized tomography imaging procedures and related patient care according to, government regulations, physician orders, policies and procedures of the Medical Imaging Department, and policies and procedures of the hospital.

What you will do in this role:

• 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.
• Has good working knowledge laser printer and film processor.
• Can perform all types of scans independently with quality results.
• Follows routine contrast dosage exactly. Consults radiologist is special situations to insure appropriate dosage and injection rate.
• Uses contrast injector cautiously to prevent infiltration. Always observes patient carefully during contrast injection. Knows contrast reaction procedures.
• Accomplishes radiation therapy procedures as required. Can archive and retrieve image data as needed.
• Can produce quality E.R. trauma films quickly while working around others.
• Understands sterile technique and takes action as necessary to prevent the contamination of sterile equipment or a sterile field during a procedure.
• Insures that necessary supplies are readily available before starting procedures and keeps supply stocks neat and organized including linen.
• Participates in rotating shift, call and holiday coverage to provide continuous availability of CT services. Arrives at hospital within thirty (30) minutes of callback.
• Takes time to physically look for tubes, catheters, wires, restraints, IV’s and other medical devices before attempting to move or transport patients
• Takes personal responsibility to insure the functional integrity of patient life support equipment or other equipment that must be moved or temporarily disconnected when working with patients.
• Takes time to communicate patient or family requests for assistance to the nursing staff before leaving the nursing unit.
• Follows age related protocols regarding radiation protection, exam preps, contrast dosage, consents, and patient education.
• Uses hospital equipment safely and responsibly without excessive force. Reports broken equipment, malfunctions, or observed hazards to supervisor.

What qualifications you will need:

• CT experience and proven competence as determined by CT Supervisor, Department Director, and Medical Director. 1 Year experience required for PRN positions
• Current G.M.R.T. registry with the Texas Medical Board. (L.M.R.T. is not accepted)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Registered Radiographer (ARRT)
• State Registered Radiologic Technician
• Associate Degree must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date

At HCA Houston Healthcare Conroe, superior healthcare meets the comfort and convenience of a comprehensive hospital, close to home, in Conroe, Texas. We have been providing high-quality healthcare to the Montgomery County region for more than 80 years. During that time we have grown to become a full-service 330+ bed medical center and a tertiary referral center – all while remaining true to our mission of providing care, above all else. As a regional, tertiary referral center, other hospitals rely on us when higher levels of acute care are necessary. HCA Houston Conroe was the first hospital in Montgomery County to achieve the designation of a Level II Trauma Center. We are also a Certified Primary Stroke Center, an Accredited Chest Pain Center, and a designated Level III Neonatal ICU in order to treat for the most vulnerable patients of all ages. We are members of HCA Houston Healthcare, the most comprehensive family of hospitals in the region and part of the leading provider of healthcare in the country, HCA Healthcare. Together we are stronger, smarter and more accessible in providing the patient-centered care you need close to home.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Registered CT Technologist opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.