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CT Technologist

HCA Healthcare

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Compensation
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Location
Dickson, TN
Schedule
Full-time
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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

ARRT Certification With Advanced RegistryRegistry Eligible With Advanced CT Certification Within 1 Year Of Hire Or Within 6 Months Of EligibilityBLS Certification

Job overview

HCA Healthcare is hiring a CT Technologist. The CT/General Radiologic Technologist performs high-quality, comprehensive Computed Tomography (CT) and General Radiology exams. This role is central to patient safety and quality care, requiring the technologist to assess patients for contraindications, review orders and labs, and expertly administer contrast media via IVs and a power injector. The technologist operates advanced imaging and hospital systems, assists the radiologist, and prepares procedure trays using sterile technique. The position requires adherence to all safety protocols, particularly those related to hazardous medications.

Key focus areas include Perform CT and General Radiology exams following protocols and ensuring high-quality, timely care., Interview patients, review charts and orders, and evaluate lab results for contraindications before contrast administration., and Initiate IVs for contrast administration, ensuring appropriate gauge and patency for the injection rate, and utilize the power injector..

Successful candidates bring Graduate Of Accredited School Of Radiologic Technology, ARRT Certification With Advanced Registry, and Registry Eligible With Advanced CT Certification Within 1 Year Of Hire Or Within 6 Months Of Eligibility. Important skills include Computed Tomography, General Radiology, Patient Assessment, Review Orders, Administer Contrast Media, and IV Insertion.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Computed TomographyGeneral RadiologyPatient AssessmentReview OrdersAdminister Contrast MediaIV InsertionPower Injector OperationMeditechSynapseGE WorkstationSterile TechniqueSafety ProtocolsHazardous Medications HandlingCollaborative EnvironmentAge-Appropriate CarePlain Film X-RaysReview ChartsEvaluate Lab ResultsProcedure Tray PreparationPatient History DocumentationPatient Flow CoordinationDaily Exam List ManagementTele-RadiologyCD BurnerHospital Quality ImprovementPerformance ImprovementPatient TransportHuman Growth and Development KnowledgeCommunication With PhysiciansCommunication With PatientsCommunication With Family MembersALARA PrinciplesPatient EducationDepartmental Upkeep

Qualifications

Graduate of Accredited School of Radiologic TechnologyARRT Certification With Advanced RegistryRegistry Eligible With Advanced CT Certification Within 1 Year of Hire or Within 6 Months of EligibilityBLS Certification1 Year Post-Graduate Experience

Benefits

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) Match
Tuition Assistance
Paid Time Off
Relocation Assistance

Full job description

Weekend CT Tech - Enhanced Weekend Pay

Fri, Sat, Sun 7a-7p (Three 12 Hour Shifts)

Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a(an) CT Technologist with TriStar Horizon Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back!

Benefits

TriStar Horizon 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.

Learn more about Employee Benefits (https://careers.hcahealthcare.com/pages/employee-benefits-and-rewards)

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the TriStar Horizon Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic CT Technologist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential!

Job Summary and Qualifications

The CT/General Radiologic Technologist performs high-quality, comprehensive Computed Tomography (CT) and General Radiology exams. This role is central to patient safety and quality care, requiring the technologist to assess patients for contraindications, review orders and labs, and expertly administer contrast media via IVs and a power injector. The technologist operates advanced imaging and hospital systems (such as Meditech, Synapse, and GE Workstation), assists the radiologist, and prepares procedure trays using sterile technique. The position requires adherence to all safety protocols, particularly those related to the potential exposure to hazardous medications as defined by the facility's policy. Furthermore, the role involves promoting a collaborative environment and providing age-appropriate care based on demonstrated knowledge of human growth and development.

What You Will Do in This Role

  • Perform CT and General Radiology exams (including plain film x-rays) following protocols and ensuring high-quality, timely care. Interview patients, review charts and orders, and evaluate lab results for contraindications before contrast administration.

  • Initiate IVs for contrast administration, ensuring appropriate gauge and patency for the injection rate, and utilize the power injector. Prepare procedure trays using sterile technique and appropriate supplies.

  • Assist the radiologist as necessary, providing them with the patient's relevant history, signs, and symptoms for the exam.

  • Coordinate patient flow, manage the daily exam list, and complete correct documentation using required systems (e.g., Meditech, Synapse, Tele-Radiology, CD Burner, and GE Workstation).

  • Contribute to hospital quality (QI) and performance improvement (PI) plans.

  • Transport patients to and from the department as needed. Demonstrate knowledge of human growth and development, assessment, range of treatment, and care appropriate to the ages of patients served.

  • Promote teamwork and professionalism by communicating effectively with physicians, patients, and family members.

  • Support ALARA (As Low As Reasonably Achievable) principles and inform patients about procedures and answer their questions.

  • Handle daily upkeep, including cleaning and stocking departmental work areas.

  • Comply with all facility-endorsed risk mitigation strategies for handling hazardous medications.

  • Maintain all required licenses, certifications, and accreditations.

What Qualifications You Will Need

  • Graduate of an accredited school of radiologic technology.

  • Current ARRT certification with advanced registry, or registry eligible with advanced CT certification within 1 year of hire or within 6 months of eligibility.

  • 1 year post-graduate experience preferred.

  • BLS certification required.

TriStar Horizon Medical Center is an accredited, 150+ bed regional medical center. We offer a full array of services. These include cardiology and diagnostic imaging. These include emergency, inpatient rehabilitation. Also including oncology, orthopedics, and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Horizon is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. Our satellite campus, TriStar Natchez, offers imaging and oncology services. They offer a 24/7, full-service ER that provides the same services as our main campus emergency room.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.

HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our CT Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care!

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.

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