CT Technologist

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) CT Technologist today with Rapides Regional Medical Center.

Benefits

Rapides Regional Medical Center, 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) 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

The CT Technologist performs a variety of imaging procedures, including Computed Tomography procedures, and is responsible for safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with patients. Participates in CQI activities.

What you will do in this role:

• Responsible for the care and safety of patients undergoing treatment and use of equipment to minimize hazards of electric shock, burns and extraneous radiation to patients.
• Determines the most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patients accordingly.
• Practices medical and surgical aseptic procedures.
• Works under the direction of the Radiologist at all times.
• Takes x-ray, CT call according to monthly schedule after the closing of regular department hours.
• Competent in the use of CR and PACS.
• Assesses, evaluates and informs physician of changes in patients condition during an exam.
• Completes all work before leaving including checking with the nurses stations, ER, Surgery, holding, etc.
• Performs all quality control checks, as prescribed.
• Maintains accurate QC logs, service records, etc.
• Performs highest quality imaging consistent with prescribed exam; documents any deviations.
• Understands contraindications and potential hazards of different exams.
• Interacts professionally with patient/family.
• Ascertains patient understanding of process and informed consent.
• Understands and practices proper use of all equipment; never operates equipment inconsistent with manufacturers instruction.
• Able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care based on physical, psychosocial, educational, safety and related criteria appropriate to the following age groups: neonate, pediatric, adolescent, geriatric and general population.
• Must be acquainted with local fire and safety regulations.
• Has knowledge of hospital policies and functions of other departments.
• Able to modify job duties and communicate with customers in an age appropriate manner.
• Appropriately assesses the patients pain and involves the patient in effective management of the pain using age appropriate interventions.
• Completes annual educational requirements.
• Maintains regulatory requirements.
• Maintains patient confidentiality at all times.
• Reports to work on time and as scheduled; completes work within designated time.
• Consistently completes and maintains assigned duties; maintains PAR levels.
• Wears identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.
• Completes in-services and returns in a timely fashion.
• Attends annual review and departmental in-services, as scheduled.
• Attends required staff meetings.
• Represents the organization in a positive and professional manner.
• Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement (CQI) activities
• Basic computer knowledge.
• Knowledge and understanding of general anatomy, physiology and medical terminology
• A high level of cross-sectional anatomy
• Proficiency with most major CT equipment manufacturers hardware and software

What qualifications you will need:

• Graduate of a 2 year JRCERT program in Radiologic Technology; Associates or Bachelors degree preferred

• Current Louisiana State Licensure
• Current ARRT Licensure in Diagnostic Radiology
• 1 year of radiologic/imaging experience
• Specific training and experience in CT preferred.
• CPR for Healthcare Providers to be completed within 30 days of hire

Rapides Regional Medical Center is a 350+ bed hospital and ER in Alexandria, Louisiana. We offer services ranging from Cancer Care to Wound Care. Our medical staff includes doctors in more than 30 medical specialties. At Rapides Regional we believe that well-defined values are the key to nurturing staff and patient satisfaction. By joining our team you contribute to the positive culture of the hospital. This culture impacts the well-being of patients and their families. It also impacts your colleagues, and your own personal job satisfaction. Learn what our commitment to patient satisfaction, service excellence and professional expertise can do for your career.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worlds 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.

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"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 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. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.