CT Technologist

St. David's South Austin Medical Center

Description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a(an) CT Technologist you want with your current employer We have an exciting opportunity for you to join St. David's South Austin Medical Center which is part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

St. David's South Austin 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.

Our teams are a committed, caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a(an) CT Technologist where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others, this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertise!

Job Summary and Qualifications

POSITION SUMMARY

The CT Technologist at the Freestanding Emergency Room and Urgent Care Clinic is responsible for performing CT procedures that are in accordance with standards and practice set forth by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology and Hospital Policies and Procedures. Optimizes the use of radiation by utilizing the concepts of Image Gently and Image Wisely by the American College of Radiology. The CT Technologist demonstrates knowledge of the human structure and functions, patient care/safety, positioning, principles of radiographic sciences, radiation protection, medication safety (contrast) and specialized techniques. Maintains professional judgment and conduct that is complimentary of the ARRT Code of Ethics and St. David’s Healthcare Values.

PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES

I CARE: Integrity Compassion Accountability Respect Excellence

1. Demonstrates Excellence by Consistently Produces Scans of Optimal Diagnostic Quality on Patients Ranging from Neonatal to Geriatric:

1. *Maintains thorough knowledge of the operating parameters of the scanners.

1. *Ability to operate the CT scanners and related equipment efficiently and effectively.

1. *Follows established scanning protocols.

1. *Demonstrates proficiency in scanning trauma, acute & challenging patients or situations; possess skill to modify positioning and scanning factors when standard cannot be performed.

1. *Possess knowledge of disease processes and images these findings adequately; communicate them to the Radiologist.

1. *Ability to recognize and adapt scanning to pathology.

1. *Images are labeled correctly and identified according to protocol.

1. *Scans patient of all ages, tailoring the exam to the age to the age group to provide optimal images.

1. *Proficient at performing CTA scans and retrospective reconstruction.

1. *Knowledgeable of cardiac anatomy and contraindications; ability to perform Coronary Scans and Calcium Scoring.

1. *Completes quality scans in a timely manner, effectively organizes and prioritizes workflow to meet STAT and urgent demands.

1. *Demonstrates competency in the safe usage of the power injector and adheres to set guidelines.

1. Acceptable gauge/site for peripheral power injector.

1. Acceptable Central Venous Catheter for power injector.

1. Demonstrates Accountability for Clinical Responsibilities for CT:

1. *Completes procedure by ensuring the exam ordered and performed is entered correctly in Meditech and moved to TAKEN at time of REVIEWING the images in PACS.

1. *Completes required documentation in PACS and Meditech.

1. *Obtains pertinent patient history, and relays it to the Radiologist to assist in diagnosis or treatment; provides reason for non-standard images.

1. *Ensures the patient is charged correctly for medication/contrast and supplies. Informs patient if additional scans are performed.

1. *Performs daily Fascal, weekly Phantoms Quality Control tests; appropriate action is taken for variances.

1. Demonstrates Accountability for Safety Practices in CT and Diagnostic Imaging:

1. *Identifies patient verbally and confirms with 2 patient identifiers (order or request) with patient ID band during first contact and prior to medication administration.

1. *Performs “Procedural Pause” on all exams; verifies exam/side and ensures Meditech order matches the written order. Ensures indicators for procedure is appropriate.

1. *Medications and sharps are secured at all times.

1. *Administer contrast media in accordance with the Medication Usage and Contrast Policies:

• Medications are secure at all times; removed from Acudose after patient screening and prior to administration.

• Practices the 5-rights for medication administration.

• Evaluates and documents complete contrast questionnaire about medical history, allergies, and contrast history prior to all administration.

• Relays to supervising radiologist or physician as appropriate; documents.

• Completes Risk Management Report in Meditech for Medication/ADR related events. Completes required documentation and reporting for extravasations.

1. *Follows set guidelines when performing venipuncuture; has completed approval process.

1. *Conducts Fall Assessment when acquiring patients from room and returning patients to rooms/ED.

1. *Demonstrates safe practice with HIGH risk for fall patients; does not leave unattended.

1. *Adheres to radiation plan consistently demonstrates an awareness of Radiation Safety Practices.

• Protects self, patient, staff and public from unnecessary radiation.

• Screens and documents the possibility of pregnancy on all women of the childbearing age.

• Employs techniques to minimize radiation exposure by adhering to the ALARA program.

• Follows set scan protocols and CTDI and utilizing patient CT shields as appropriate.

1. *Protects patient, public and self by adhering to Infection Control Policies and guidelines.

1. *Safely transports patient by utilizing the transporting policies and performing patient “Hand-Off” at all periods of patient exchange.

1. *Demonstrates preparedness for patient arrest or critically ill patients; aware of technologist role in code.

1. Accountability for Providing Full Support by Performing Job Related Duties:

1. *Performs end of shift review of all exams not moved to taken and exams ordered and not performed before exiting shift; uses Meditech Patient Tracker /Ordered Exam list to indentify exams in ordered status.

1. *Proficient in operating Meditech, PACS, Scanner/Room Worklist, CR units and Printers; ability to trouble-shooting and request additional training as needed. Ability to copy images to CD or print to laser printers.

1. *Performs the outlined process for CT equipment malfunctions are possible malfunctions.

1. *Maintains a clean organized and safe work environment, food and drinks are not taken out of designated areas.

1. *Maintains stock in the area and contact appropriate person for re-orders.

1. *Performs other duties/task as requested.

1. Demonstrates Integrity Consistent with the Hospital Mission:

1. *Functions independently and problem solves effectively, considering alternatives.

1. *Ensures imaging and support equipment is functioning properly. Follows protocol for malfunctions.

1. *Assists with recruiting, training, and providing performance feedback for team members.

1. *Consistently reports to work on time and ready for first assignment.

1. *Takes call on a rotating basis. Arrives at facility within 30 minutes of receipt of call

1. *Attends staff meetings. When absent, is responsible for obtaining information from meetings.

1. Demonstrates Respect During all Interactions:

1. *AIDET is used in all exam interactions.

1. *Soliciting patient cooperation by explaining procedure to patients and family in terms they understand attempts to clarify any misconceptions; communicates with patient during the exam. Education is documented.

1. *Maintains awareness of patient safety, patient privacy, confidentiality and dignity at all times.

1. *Effectively use the Hospital “Service Recovery” when warranted.

1. *Communicates with Charge Technologist/s to ensure department runs efficiently.

1. Demonstrates Compassion to the needs of others:

1. *Displays flexibility and volunteers to work odd or extra shifts when workloads or absences warrant.

1. *Participates in efficient room turnover.

1. Demonstrate understanding of HCA’s and “Patients First” safety initiative by strict compliance to all safety protocols and procedures.

NOTE:The essential job functions of this position are preceded by an asterisk (*).

JOB REQUIREMENTS

EDUCATION:

Graduate of an American Medical Association approved program in Radiologic Technology; and

• CT curriculum covering 3 semester hours of Sectional Anatomy; or

• 16 hours post graduate CEU’s Cross Sectional Anatomy

EXPERIENCE: One year experience performing Computed Tomography procedures is preferred.

LICENSED/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:

• Certified or Temporary Certified by Texas Department of State Health Services as a Medical Radiologic Technologist; and

• Certified in Radiology by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, RTR); and

• Post- primary CT certification within 1 year of CT assignment; and

• American Heart Association Healthcare Provider BLS.

St. David's South Austin Medical Center, which is part of St. David's HealthCare. We are a 368-bed acute care facility offering a range of complex specialties and sub-specialties. Our services include a nationally accredited oncology program with the area's only adult Transplant and Cellular Therapy Program; advanced trauma care with a Level II trauma center; comprehensive cardiac, stroke and orthopedic programs; full-service maternity and newborn care; and two full-service emergency centers in the communities of Bee Cave and Bastrop. St. David's South Austin Medical Center is affiliated with the Texas Institute for Robotic Surgery. We offer advanced robotic services for orthopedics, open heart and lung surgery, complex GI surgery, surgical oncology, general surgery, colorectal surgery, and urology. It was one of the first hospitals in Central Texas to combine the use of CT imaging and robotics to detect early stage lung cancer.

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.

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- 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.