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CT Technologist II PRN/Days
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Houston Methodist
Come lead with us at Houston Methodist West Hospital.
At Houston Methodist, the CT Technologist II position is responsible for completing a variety of routine to complex diagnostic CT procedures to include common and special CT exams of high difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of computed tomography (CT) scanning. This CT Technologist II position serves as a mentor to CT Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. The CT Technologist II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special CT procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.
People Essential Functions
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Guides and mentors CT Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.
Service Essential Functions
Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include common and special CT exams.
Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience.
Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special CT procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
Assists with implementation and education of department based safety initiatives and standards of practice.
Finance Essential Functions
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self‑motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.
Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co‑workers (CT Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Education
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
Work Experience
Three years of experience as a CT Technologist.
Licenses And Certifications - Required
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure AND
Must have one of the following:
ARRT‑R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT)
CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)
ARRT‑THR - Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy (ARRT)
ARRT‑CT - Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography (ARRT)
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus.
Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging/difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations; demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include hospital/radiology information systems and office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving.
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other: (department approved)
ON‑CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies regardless of selection below.
On Call: Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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CT Technologist II PRN/Days
role at
Houston Methodist
Come lead with us at Houston Methodist West Hospital.
At Houston Methodist, the CT Technologist II position is responsible for completing a variety of routine to complex diagnostic CT procedures to include common and special CT exams of high difficulty. This position is a member of the direct patient care team and is fully competent in all aspects of computed tomography (CT) scanning. This CT Technologist II position serves as a mentor to CT Technologist I and students by utilizing skills and knowledge to help train and educate others. This position works independently by exercising sound judgment and executing above average clinical skills on challenging diagnostic procedures and patient care situations. The CT Technologist II position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special CT procedures. This position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to radiation standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service.
People Essential Functions
Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.
Guides and mentors CT Technologist I and students to help build confidence in skills, knowledge and abilities. Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.
Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example. Communication to promote both work efforts and problem resolution is clear and professional, providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.
Service Essential Functions
Performs diagnostic radiology procedures to include common and special CT exams.
Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience.
Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special CT procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.
Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.
Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Uses ALARA to protect patients, staff and general public, and follows radiation safety standards. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures.
Identifies opportunities for corrective action and process improvement providing recommendations, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.
Ensures all imaging equipment has had quality control (QC) performed as required and is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.
Assists with implementation and education of department based safety initiatives and standards of practice.
Finance Essential Functions
Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.
Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self‑motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.
Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Actively participates in special projects, department initiatives or shared governance activities and seeks opportunities to expand learning with a focus on continual development. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an ongoing basis.
Fosters a positive and constructive teaching environment by engaging students and co‑workers (CT Technologist I) in learning opportunities that are valuable and in alignment with business objectives.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
Education
Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.
Work Experience
Three years of experience as a CT Technologist.
Licenses And Certifications - Required
BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) AND
CMRT - Certified Medical Radiologic Technologist - State Licensure AND
Must have one of the following:
ARRT‑R - Radiologic Technologist - Radiographer (ARRT)
CNMT - Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMTCB)
ARRT‑THR - Radiologic Technologist - Radiation Therapy (ARRT)
ARRT‑CT - Radiologic Technologist - Computed Tomography (ARRT)
Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations.
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job.
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co‑workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus.
Ability to work independently; capable of handling challenging/difficult diagnostic procedures and patient care situations; demonstrates sound judgment and executes above average clinical skills.
Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include hospital/radiology information systems and office software to maintain patient and exam documents.
Exhibits strong interpersonal and team‑player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co‑workers.
Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing workflow and actively participating in problem‑solving.
WORK ATTIRE
Uniform: No
Scrubs: Yes
Business professional: No
Other: (department approved)
ON‑CALL
Note that employees may be required to be on‑call during emergencies regardless of selection below.
On Call: Yes
TRAVEL
Travel specifications may vary by department.
May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: Yes
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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