UT Southwestern Medical Center
CT Technologist, Inpatient, PRN
UT Southwestern Medical Center, Dallas, Texas, United States, 75215
Overview
Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform CT imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance. Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UT Southwestern employee benefits Experience and Education
Education: Associate\'s Degree In Radiologic Sciences or Graduate from AMA approved school Licenses and Certifications: ARR-CT, Texas Medical Board (TMB) licensure as a Medical Radiologic Technologist, BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification (AHA or ARC) by first day of employment Preferred
Education: Bachelor\'s Degree Job Duties
Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, and applicability to selected CT protocol. Screen patients for contrast allergies, contraindications, and appropriateness that would prohibit or modify the CT exam. Communicate with Radiologists to discuss stat/urgent findings. If modification of a CT protocol is necessary consult with radiologist to determine appropriate CT exam, and document changes as appropriate in electronic health record. Ensure other resources such as nursing, anesthesia, and scheduling are in order. Interviews patient, conducts patient screening and obtains medical history pertaining to procedure\'s clinical criteria. Explains procedure and instructs patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answers questions, screening, and administration for oral and IV contrast for relevant exams. Administers intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, while observing patients for adverse reactions. Assists the physician as needed in performing procedures. Ensures that images and information are properly documented with patient identification data and appropriate labeling. Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Completes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Performs CT exams ensuring that patient meets radiation safety requirements to ALARA principles. Assist patient in dressing for exam and attends to patient\'s physical well-being while transporting to and from exam room and positioning for exam. Instructs/communicates with patient and/or patient\'s family regarding the tests to be performed and evaluates the patient\'s ability to tolerate. Quality Control: Performs QC testing and reports problems with CT system and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to the physicist and imaging leadership. Maintains QA compliances including ACR requirements (daily, monthly, yearly QC) and archives. Participates in accreditation imaging requirements. Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. Responds to inquiries, calls, emails in a timely and professional manner. Utilizes organizational culture behaviors (PACT and AIDET). Participates in codes and rapid responses. Communicates shift hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Provides orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring procedures are performed according to set standards. Functions in the department as part of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating in patient care through effective communication with other service lines. Prioritizes exams with scheduling to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat requests. Maintains adherence to hospital policies, procedures, competencies, regulatory compliance, infection control, education, department goals, patient satisfaction, and fiscal responsibility regarding equipment, supplies, scheduling, overtime, etc. Maintains patient confidentiality (HIPAA) and ensures that all processes and procedures are maintained to secure and protect all workstations in all work areas. Security and EEO Statement
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215. UT Southwestern may obtain criminal history record information. The role may require access to critical infrastructure as defined by law; maintaining security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Location and Schedule
Primary Location: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Schedule: Per Diem - PRN Shift: Day Job Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard Job Posting: Aug 15, 2025, 9:04:35 PM
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Works under minimal supervision with the physicians to perform CT imaging exams, exam protocols, accreditation, operations, and facilitation of equipment maintenance. Benefits
PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay Paid Time Off, available day one Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS) Paid Parental Leave Benefit Wellness programs Tuition Reimbursement Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer Learn more about these and other UT Southwestern employee benefits Experience and Education
Education: Associate\'s Degree In Radiologic Sciences or Graduate from AMA approved school Licenses and Certifications: ARR-CT, Texas Medical Board (TMB) licensure as a Medical Radiologic Technologist, BASIC LIFE SUPPORT Certification (AHA or ARC) by first day of employment Preferred
Education: Bachelor\'s Degree Job Duties
Review physician orders for accuracy, diagnosis, and applicability to selected CT protocol. Screen patients for contrast allergies, contraindications, and appropriateness that would prohibit or modify the CT exam. Communicate with Radiologists to discuss stat/urgent findings. If modification of a CT protocol is necessary consult with radiologist to determine appropriate CT exam, and document changes as appropriate in electronic health record. Ensure other resources such as nursing, anesthesia, and scheduling are in order. Interviews patient, conducts patient screening and obtains medical history pertaining to procedure\'s clinical criteria. Explains procedure and instructs patient on necessary requirements needed to provide diagnostic images. Answers questions, screening, and administration for oral and IV contrast for relevant exams. Administers intravenous injections of contrast material as appropriate, while observing patients for adverse reactions. Assists the physician as needed in performing procedures. Ensures that images and information are properly documented with patient identification data and appropriate labeling. Utilizes technical knowledge and skills to perform procedures accurately and in a timely manner in accordance with age specific criteria. Completes exam charges and image documentation in a timely manner. Performs CT exams ensuring that patient meets radiation safety requirements to ALARA principles. Assist patient in dressing for exam and attends to patient\'s physical well-being while transporting to and from exam room and positioning for exam. Instructs/communicates with patient and/or patient\'s family regarding the tests to be performed and evaluates the patient\'s ability to tolerate. Quality Control: Performs QC testing and reports problems with CT system and workstations to the service engineer/biomed, with additional correspondence sent to the physicist and imaging leadership. Maintains QA compliances including ACR requirements (daily, monthly, yearly QC) and archives. Participates in accreditation imaging requirements. Must be able to lift 40-50 lbs. Responds to inquiries, calls, emails in a timely and professional manner. Utilizes organizational culture behaviors (PACT and AIDET). Participates in codes and rapid responses. Communicates shift hand off regarding workflow issues with equipment or pending exams with oncoming staff. Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads. Provides orientation and training for new hires and students ensuring procedures are performed according to set standards. Functions in the department as part of an interdisciplinary team, collaborating in patient care through effective communication with other service lines. Prioritizes exams with scheduling to ensure smooth workflow, minimize wait times and address stat requests. Maintains adherence to hospital policies, procedures, competencies, regulatory compliance, infection control, education, department goals, patient satisfaction, and fiscal responsibility regarding equipment, supplies, scheduling, overtime, etc. Maintains patient confidentiality (HIPAA) and ensures that all processes and procedures are maintained to secure and protect all workstations in all work areas. Security and EEO Statement
This position is security-sensitive and subject to Texas Education Code 51.215. UT Southwestern may obtain criminal history record information. The role may require access to critical infrastructure as defined by law; maintaining security or integrity of the infrastructure is a minimum qualification. UT Southwestern Medical Center is committed to an educational and working environment that provides equal opportunity to all members of the University community. As an equal opportunity employer, UT Southwestern prohibits unlawful discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, or veteran status. Location and Schedule
Primary Location: Texas-Dallas-5323 Harry Hines Blvd Work Locations: 5323 Harry Hines Blvd Schedule: Per Diem - PRN Shift: Day Job Employee Status: Regular Job Type: Standard Job Posting: Aug 15, 2025, 9:04:35 PM
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