CT Technologist II Reg

About the role

At Las Palmas Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Under general supervision, operates Cat Scan equipment, positions patients to produce diagnostic radiographs in a safe manner and performs related duties. The role serves a diverse patient population including imaging with and without contrast of cardio‑pulmonary, vascular, neuro, GI, GU, GYN, skeletal/muscular conditions and diseases such as PVD, CVA/TIA, COPD, CHF, HNP, oncology, etc.

Responsibilities

• Operates C.T. equipment to make radiographic scans of designated portions of body.
• Adjusts equipment and patient to correct positions for each examination.
• Instructs and explains procedures to patients.
• Selects proper technical factors, on an individual patient basis.
• Performs reconstruction and special processing of data.
• Evaluates completed radiographs/scans for positioning, technique and adequacy of examination.
• Closely observes patients, performs first aid as necessary, confers with physician when requested exams appear at odds with the patient’s condition, and maintains acute awareness of any patient under his/her control.
• Performs a variety of clerical tasks to include pulling jackets, inputting/editing exams, and completion of requisition prior to setting films to be read.
• Records and maintains data on magnetic disc, tape, PACS, and logs.
• Responsible for correct identification of film, including side and radiological factors.
• Demonstrates Customer Service/Service Plus principles and behaviors appropriately.
• Arranges, attaches or adjusts immobilization and supportive devices to obtain precise position, prevent motion and aid in patient comfort.
• Keeps current regarding developments in trends and techniques of diagnostic Cat Scan by reading technical journals, participating in in‑service education programs, attending conferences, etc.
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness, including provision for the contamination free condition of rooms, equipment and personnel.
• Adheres to prescribed standards of Radiation Safety; participates in the Quality Improvement and safety programs.
• Ensures appropriate recording of hours worked, adhering to hospital policy.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• ARRT (R) certification
• ARRT (CT) certification
• Texas Medical Board certification as Medical Radiologic Technologist
• Current BCLS certification
• High school education or equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Knowledge of axial anatomy

Qualifications

• 3 years experience in X‑ray/CT
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning, radiographic techniques, and radiation protection concepts and techniques.
• Knowledge of radiographic physics
• Knowledge of medical terminology
• Ability to determine exposure factors to achieve optimum radiographic images with a minimum exposure to patients.
• Ability to examine radiographs for the purpose of evaluation techniques, positions, and other related qualities.
• Ability to exercise discretion and good judgment with patients during radiographic procedures.
• Ability to position patient and adjust equipment to produce desired radiographic images.
• Skill in safe and efficient operation of Cat Scan equipment.
• Ability to deviate from normal techniques when necessary to develop new and better techniques to keep the department up to date.

Benefits

Las Palmas Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of colleagues. Available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid