CT Scan Technologist, Evenings, Radiology

CT Scan Technologist:FT 40 hours per week 3pm -1130pm rotating Every otherweekendRequired -
Pay Range: $30.56-$48.90(Actual offer rates are based upon the applicants relevant job experience and the requirements of the position)


With over 150 years of caring for our community and each other in the Washington DC area Howard University Hospital has a world-renowned reputation for high-quality patient-centric care. Howard University Hospital is the nations only teaching hospital located on the campus of a Historically Black University and has created a superior learning environment with groundbreaking research and positive patient outcomes.

Howard University Hospital seeks to hire an CT Technologistwho will embrace our rich and historic tradition of excellence. If you want to make a difference in someones life every day consider a position with a team of professionals who are doing just that making a difference.

The CT Technologist:

• Identifies each patient and reviews their information for consistency of exam ordered clinical diagnosis prep and all demographic information.
• Uses appropriate technique and shielding combination to obtain optimal images while adhering to ALARA principles. Checks for pregnancy when appropriate and documents. Knows how to adjust scan factors in CT to minimize radiation exposure to patient.
• Assesses all information and factors that may contraindicate the exam such as medications insufficient preparation etc.
• Utilizes all safety devices on equipment to insure the safety of the patient and technologist.
• Reviews the patients chart and physicians request to determine optimal imaging parameters for suspected pathology. Selects appropriate images and protocols for each exam. Knows how to revise patient position or imaging parameters to better visualize the anatomy or pathology according to established guidelines.
• Determines the appropriate amount of contrast agent to be administered based on the patients age weight and requested procedure. Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines. Monitors patient during contrast injections for contrast infiltration or reactions and notifies the radiologist and pages emergency response team when required.

What do you need
Required

• Graduate of a certified/accredited ARRT program required.
• Two (2) years experience as a CT technologist and certified
• Must be registered technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification by American Registry of Radiologic Technology required. ARRT advanced certification in CT required
• BLS/AHA

Who do you report to

• Director of Radiology

At Howard University Hospital our job is to care for you. We do this by offering:

• Work life balance
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Competitive comprehensive benefit plans offered (including health disability vacation sick leave and 403B retirement plan)

Compliance Statements:

CULTURE OF CARE
Howard University Hospital supports a Just Culture that promotes accountability learning and patient safety.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Howard University Hospital is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants and do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex national origin age disability veteran status sexual orientation gender identity or any other status protected by applicable law.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION
Howard University Hospital is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and applicable state and local laws. If you require an accommodation during the application or interview process please contact the Human Resources Department at

PAY TRANSPARENCY
Salary ranges listed in job postings reflect the expected compensation range for the position and are provided in accordance with applicable pay transparency laws. Final compensation is determined based on experience education internal equity and other relevant factors.

DISCLAIMER
The above statements describe the general nature and level of work performed. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties responsibilities or qualifications associated with the position.