Benefit Alternative CT Technologist

Overview

Benefit Alternative CT Technologist

Creating the best outcomes for our patients requires the right people. At VHC Health, our staff exceeds expectations by performing at the top-level of the profession. VHC Health is a strong advocate for its employees and provides a true collaborative environment in which the healthcare team works closely together, bringing skill, experience and mutual respect to the task of providing superior medical care for our patients.

The CT Technologist will perform a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative in the production of CT / T Scans for diagnostic purposes.

What is Benefit Alternative? A Benefit Alternative role is a full time employment opportunity (36+ hours per week) which offers applicants a higher rate of pay and a select offer of benefits.Once you apply, a member of our recruitment team can review this opportunity in further detail with you.

Come join a hospital dedicated to you and your career!

VHC Health is a 453-bed not-for-profit nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. VHC health is a proud member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network (a national network of independent healthcare organizations), a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. We are proud to announce that the Leapfrog Group has awarded the hospital with an 'A' grade in Hospital Safety for the 19th year in a row, achieved an Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ for the 10th year in a row and has ranked Number 2 in "Best Hospitals" in the Washington, DC area by U.S. News and World Report's 2021-2022 rankings. At VHC Health, we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients.

Qualifications

• College degree in Radiological Procedure required
• Three years of CT Scan experience preferred
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists required
• BLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Schedules patients for CT exams, gives preparation instructions to CT patients.
• Performs all exams according to the policies and procedures manual.
• Competent in applying ASIR and VEO protocols to reduce radiation dose to patients.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy. Determines gross pathology from normal cross-sectional anatomy.
• Knowledgeable of first aide techniques in relation to patients fainting, seizures, respiratory distress and allergic reactions.

Benefits

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