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VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

CT Technologist - Radiology CT

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeRichmond, VA, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB) is required.
  • ARRT-CT certification and Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
  • Successful completion of the six-month orientation is required.
  • At least one year of experience allows direct hire into this role; new graduates are welcome to apply.
  • Experience and competence in routine and complex studies are required.
  • A complete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards is required.
  • A complete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment is required.

Responsibilities

  • Perform all duties of a CT Technologist I.
  • Safely administer contrast or other imaging agents, identifying incompatibilities and interactions.
  • Assess patient risk for allergic reaction to contrast media and related medications before administration, and follow protocols to escalate concerns.
  • Evaluate lab values before administering contrast media or related medications and beginning the ordered examination.
  • Explain procedures and instructions accurately to patients and families using age-appropriate language, and verify patient understanding and agreement to complete the ordered exam.
  • Perform ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting patient ability and comfort.
  • Follow policies and protocols to determine whether expected outcomes have been met.
  • Document deviations from protocol and patient-specific issues that may affect image quality.
  • Notify the appropriate health care provider when procedural findings, patient condition, or other concerns require an immediate clinical response for patient safety or care.
  • Complete required post-processing, image display, and transfer for physician review in a timely manner.
  • Complete order closure, charge entry, and PACS quality assurance in a timely manner.
  • Routinely cover open shifts as appropriate to competency level.

About the Company

VCU Health

Academic medical center delivering patient care

VCU Health is an academic medical center with over 12,500 employees affiliated with Virginia Commonwealth University. It provides patient care, education, research, and medical training, combining clinical services with teaching and discovery. Care is delivered through a hospital and affiliated facilities by clinicians, researchers, and trainees. The goal is to improve patient outcomes and community health by delivering high-quality care while advancing medical knowledge and training the next generation of health professionals.

Company size
5,001-10,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Richmond, VA
Founded
1838

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