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VCU Health · 3 months ago

CT Technologist - Radiology CT - Evenings

Richmond, VA

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

VCU Health is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography procedures for diagnostic and therapeutic purposes. The role involves administering ionizing radiation, evaluating patient risks, and ensuring adherence to imaging protocols while providing patient care.

Hospital & Health Care

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Perform all the duties of a CT Technologist I

Capable of safely administering contrast or other imaging agents including the identification of incompatibilities and/or interactions

Expected to assess a patient’s risk for allergic reaction to contrast media and other related medications prior to administration and following appropriate protocols for escalation of concerns

Expected to evaluate lab values prior to administering contrast media or other related medications and beginning the ordered examination

Capable of providing accurate explanations and instructions to the patient and family using age-appropriate language and verifying that the patient understands and agrees to the completion of the ordered exam

Capable of performing ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patient’s ability and comfort

Capable of adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met

Capable of documenting deviations from protocol and/or patient-specific issues that may impact image quality

Capable of notifying the appropriate health care provider when an immediate clinical response is necessary based on procedural findings, patient condition, or other relevant concerns that may impact patient safety or care

Expected to timely complete all required post-processing, image display, and transfer for physician review

Expected demonstrates timely order closure, charge entry, and PACS QA completion

Expected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on your level of competency

Qualification

ARRT CertificationCT Imaging ProceduresPatient Safety ProtocolsImage Processing SoftwarePatient Communication

Required

Certification by the American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) or Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification Board (NMTCB), ARRT-CT, BLS

Successfully completed their 6-month orientation

Capable of safely administering contrast or other imaging agents including the identification of incompatibilities and/or interactions

Expected to assess a patient's risk for allergic reaction to contrast media and other related medications prior to administration and following appropriate protocols for escalation of concerns

Expected to evaluate lab values prior to administering contrast media or other related medications and beginning the ordered examination

Capable of performing ordered exams or therapy in accordance with established imaging protocols while respecting the patient's ability and comfort

Capable of adhering to policies and utilizing protocols to determine that expected outcomes have been met

Capable of documenting deviations from protocol and/or patient-specific issues that may impact image quality

Expected to timely complete all required post-processing, image display, and transfer for physician review

Expected demonstrates timely order closure, charge entry, and PACS QA completion

Expected to routinely cover open shifts as appropriate based on your level of competency

Experienced and competent in routine and complex studies

Complete understanding of technical standards, scope of practice, department and health system policies, and safety and service standards

Complete understanding of imaging equipment, image processing software, instrumentation, and ancillary patient care equipment

Preferred

New grads welcome to apply

Individuals with at least one year of experience can be hired directly into this role

Benefits

$25,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by November 30, 2025. Terms and Conditions apply

Company

VCU Health

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VCU Medical Center is a school. It is a sub-organization of Virginia Commonwealth University.

Founded in 1838

Richmond, Virginia, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.vcuhealth.org

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