Outpatient CT Technologist - $10K Sign-On Bonus

About the role

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas, Texas is hiring an outpatient CT technologist who works under minimal supervision with physicians to perform CT imaging exams, protocols, accreditation and equipment maintenance. The schedule is four 10-hour shifts, Monday to Saturday, 6:30 AM to 5 PM. The position is security-sensitive.

Key responsibilities

• Review physician orders for accuracy and applicability to the CT protocol, screen patients for contrast allergies and contraindications, and communicate urgent findings with radiologists
• Introduce patients, obtain their history, explain the procedure, administer oral and IV contrast and observe for adverse reactions
• Perform CT scans following ALARA radiation safety principles, document images and charges, and assist the physician as needed
• Perform quality control testing, maintain ACR compliance and accreditation requirements, and report problems to biomedical and the physicist
• Prioritize exams, coordinate with nursing, anesthesia and scheduling, and participate in codes and rapid response
• Train new hires and students, and collaborate with other departments

Required profile

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Sciences or graduation from an AMA-approved program; a Bachelor's degree is preferred
• ARRT CT certification upon hire and Texas Medical Board licensure as a medical radiologic technologist upon hire
• BLS certification (AHA or ARC) by the first day of employment
• Able to lift 40-50 lbs

What we offer

• $10,000 sign-on bonus
• PPO medical plan available day one at no cost for full-time employees, with 100% coverage for preventive care
• Paid time off and paid parental leave
• Retirement through the Texas Retirement System, tuition reimbursement and wellness programs