Virginia Heart
Computed Tomography Technologist
Virginia Heart, Falls Church, Virginia, United States, 22042
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Computed Tomography Technologist
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Virginia Heart
Shifts: Evenings/Weekends
Location: Falls Church, Fairfax, VA
Status: Non-Exempt
At Virginia Heart, we are looking for a professional
Computed Technologist (CT)
to direct clinical care and ensure consistent delivery of services. Under minimal supervision, the CT technologist will apply a high level of proficiency to perform diagnostic CT Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scoring on a new Siemens Digital hybrid PET/CT scanner, supporting the practice, physicians, technologists, and other staff in providing efficient, high-quality care to patients.
Benefits
No nights, weekends, or holidays
Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program for Mental and Physical well-being
Three weeks of paid vacation upon eligibility
One week of paid sick leave
Annual merit-based increases
Career advancement opportunities
Employee referral bonuses
Employee discount programs
Quarterly employee appreciation events including therapy dogs, raffles, and other fun events
Responsibilities
Obtain clinical history and explain CT procedure, including confirmation of proper patient preparation.
Use universal precautions with all patients.
Follow department protocols, procedures, and practice policies.
Prepare equipment and room prior to studies.
Operate CT scanner to produce cross‑sectional images of the heart.
Obtain accurate EKG data.
Obtain high quality CT images ensuring optimal images are submitted for interpretation.
Assist patients onto scanner and position patients in a safe manner.
Obtain the CT data to be scored on the processing workstation.
Document and complete patient studies accurately and efficiently in EMR.
Troubleshoot scanner and report issues to Program Manager.
Practice radiation safety, utilizing ALARA principle.
Meet all continuing education requirements to maintain compliance.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and workstations.
Stock rooms with linen and necessary medical supplies.
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
License in ARRT (R) (CT) or NMTCB (CT) required.
VA State license as required to operate scanner.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Successful completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program that is recognized by the AART or NMTCB required.
Minimum of 2–3 years experience as a computed tomography technologist required.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only job duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws.
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Computed Tomography Technologist
role at
Virginia Heart
Shifts: Evenings/Weekends
Location: Falls Church, Fairfax, VA
Status: Non-Exempt
At Virginia Heart, we are looking for a professional
Computed Technologist (CT)
to direct clinical care and ensure consistent delivery of services. Under minimal supervision, the CT technologist will apply a high level of proficiency to perform diagnostic CT Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scoring on a new Siemens Digital hybrid PET/CT scanner, supporting the practice, physicians, technologists, and other staff in providing efficient, high-quality care to patients.
Benefits
No nights, weekends, or holidays
Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans
401(k) Retirement Plan
Paid Short-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program for Mental and Physical well-being
Three weeks of paid vacation upon eligibility
One week of paid sick leave
Annual merit-based increases
Career advancement opportunities
Employee referral bonuses
Employee discount programs
Quarterly employee appreciation events including therapy dogs, raffles, and other fun events
Responsibilities
Obtain clinical history and explain CT procedure, including confirmation of proper patient preparation.
Use universal precautions with all patients.
Follow department protocols, procedures, and practice policies.
Prepare equipment and room prior to studies.
Operate CT scanner to produce cross‑sectional images of the heart.
Obtain accurate EKG data.
Obtain high quality CT images ensuring optimal images are submitted for interpretation.
Assist patients onto scanner and position patients in a safe manner.
Obtain the CT data to be scored on the processing workstation.
Document and complete patient studies accurately and efficiently in EMR.
Troubleshoot scanner and report issues to Program Manager.
Practice radiation safety, utilizing ALARA principle.
Meet all continuing education requirements to maintain compliance.
Maintain cleanliness of equipment and workstations.
Stock rooms with linen and necessary medical supplies.
Requirements
High School Diploma or equivalent required.
License in ARRT (R) (CT) or NMTCB (CT) required.
VA State license as required to operate scanner.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
Successful completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program that is recognized by the AART or NMTCB required.
Minimum of 2–3 years experience as a computed tomography technologist required.
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only job duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws.
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