CT Technologist- JPS Main- Weekend

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JPS Health Network is a $950 million, tax-supported healthcare system in North Texas. Licensed for 582 beds, the network features over 25 locations across Tarrant County, with John Peter Smith Hospital a Level I Trauma Center, the only psychiatric emergency center in Tarrant County, and the nation’s largest hospital-based family medical residency program. The health network employs more than 7,200 people.

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CT Technologist – JPS Main – Weekend Day

• Requisition Number: 43008
• Employment Type:
  
  Full Time
• Division: CLINICAL/PROF SERVICES – RADIOLOGY
• Compensation:
  Hourly
• Job Category:
  Allied Health
• Hours Worked:
  Sat/Sun/Mon days
• Location:
  
  John Peter Smith Hospital, 1500 S. Main Street, Fort Worth, TX 76104
• Shift: Day

The CT Technologist I-IV utilizes Computed Tomography (CT) scanners to capture specific images ordered by a physician to aid in patient diagnosis.

• Performs procedures as ordered and obtains images according to written protocols.
• Positions patients appropriately using immobilization and protective equipment as needed.
• Organizes and accurately performs the individual steps in established procedures in the proper sequence; reviews, manipulates, and evaluates images to deliver high-quality diagnostic images, including any required post processing at remote workstations.
• Start‑up and calibrate Computed Tomography system daily.
• Reviews orders with Radiologist to determine proper protocol for each procedure.
• Administers IV contrast with proper dosage and documents according to department policy.
• Performs and documents quality control on equipment according to manufacturer guidelines or department protocols; recognizes and takes appropriate action for abnormal results; reports equipment problems and failures to Bio‑Medical or Manager.
• Ensures a safe and clean environment with all necessary supplies needed to perform studies and procedures in exam room.
• Applies and follows radiation safety principles (i.e., ALARA principles) to ensure patient and staff safety.
• Works with minimal supervision and makes independent decisions while maintaining tact, maturity, and a positive attitude.
• Understands and uses Picture Archival Computer System (PACS), Electronic Medical Records (EMR), and other software related to job responsibilities.
• Engages in equitable distribution of departmental workloads.
• Works in variable environments and locations.
• Performs routine assignments using existing procedures, and has conceptual knowledge of theories, practices, and procedures within a discipline, typically acquired through technical training.
• Develops competence by performing structured work assignments and receiving instruction, guidance and direction from others.
• Job description is not an all-inclusive list of duties and may be subject to change with or without notice. Staff are expected to perform other duties as assigned.

• Graduate of a JCERT approved school of Radiologic Sciences Program.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Computer Tomography (CT) or eligible to take the registry and must become registered within 12 months of hire.
• Certified by the Texas Medical Board (TMB) as a Medical Radiologic Technologist (MRT).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification, course accredited by the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross (ARC) by first day of employment.
• 4821 CT Technologist I: 0–1.99 years of relevant work experience.
• 4822 CT Technologist II: 2–4.99 years of relevant work experience.
• 4823 CT Technologist III: 5–9.99 years of relevant work experience.
• 4824 CT Technologist IV: 10 plus years of relevant work experience.

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiology (R) OR Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Sciences.

1500 S. Main Street, Fort Worth, Texas, 76104, United States