ER CT Technologist/Radiology Tech - Full Time (Day or Nights)

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

CT Tech Needed at Ascent!!

At Ascent EMC, we pride ourselves in providing our patients with the highest quality emergency care in Houston, TX 77045. All of our physicians are board-certified, trustworthy, and have extensive experience in attending to various medical emergencies such as head trauma, broken bones, and chest pain. We are seeking CT Techs to join our team! This is a fantastic opportunity to work at a freestanding ER. Enjoy working in a happy environment where co-workers are friends, patient volumes are low, and equipment is state of the art.

The Radiology/CT Technologist will be responsible for :

• Operating radiology equipment to produce CT and X-ray results for diagnostic purposes.
• Collaborating with physician, nurses, patients and families to provide excellent health care.
• Maintaining professionalism in job performance and health care practice.
• Performing patient laboratory testing and results reporting as assigned by the Laboratory Director
• Insertion of IV catheter and blood draws in the ER.
• Calibrating all laboratory instruments, where applicable, as per facility policy.
• Assisting in the maintenance of all equipment in the department, including cleaning and QA procedures.
• Preparing patients as necessary for examination, i.e.: contrast, checking labs.
• Maintaining safety precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patients, other personnel, and self.
• Maintaining current knowledge of Diagnostic Radiology/CT procedures performed in Radiology Department.
• Possessing basic knowledge of radiology/CT equipment functioning to provide for minor repair and troubleshooting for problems.
• Providing safe transportation of patients to and from the patient care unit.
• Monitoring appropriate send out lab procedures.
• Demonstrating knowledge of and adhering to regulations and ER policies and procedures pertaining to safety, emergency preparedness, infection control, OSHA, fire safety and hazardous materials.
• Treating all patients, visitors, and staff members fairly and with respect.
• Performing care in a non-judgmental manner and recognizing discrepancies between patient and personal beliefs.
• Attending all ER required meetings and in-service education.
• Ensure an adequate stock of supplies and proper functioning of equipment.
• Maintaining and using all instruments in the Clinical Laboratory safely and correctly.
• Perform other duties as assigned. #ZR

The requirements for CT Technologist employment with Ascent Emergency Medical Center are:

• High school diploma or GED equivalent.
• Graduation from accredited approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Two years of radiologic/imaging experience.
• ARRT CT certification.
• CPR certification.
• A well-maintained level of continuing education in the field of Radiology Technology.
• Successful completion of Ascent EMC clinical orientation with proven capabilities in skill, knowledge base and an understanding of company vision.
• Basic computer skills.