Computed Tomography Technologist

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Shifts:

Evenings/Weekends

Location:

Falls Church, Fairfax, VA

Status:
Non-Exempt

At Virginia Heart, we are looking for a professional Computed Technologist (CT) to direct clinical care and ensure consistent delivery of services. Under minimal supervision, the CT technologist will apply a high level of proficiency to perform diagnostic CT Coronary Artery Calcium (CAC) scoring on a new Siemens Digital hybrid PET/CT scanner, supporting the practice, physicians, technologists, and other staff in providing efficient, high-quality care to patients.

• No nights, weekends, or holidays
• Affordable Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program for Mental and Physical well-being
• Three weeks of paid vacation upon eligibility
• One week of paid sick leave
• Annual merit-based increases
• Career advancement opportunities
• Employee referral bonuses
• Employee discount programs
• Quarterly employee appreciation events including therapy dogs, raffles, and other fun events

• Obtain clinical history and explain CT procedure, including confirmation of proper patient preparation.
• Use universal precautions with all patients.
• Follow department protocols, procedures, and practice policies.
• Prepare equipment and room prior to studies.
• Operate CT scanner to produce cross‑sectional images of the heart.
• Obtain accurate EKG data.
• Obtain high quality CT images ensuring optimal images are submitted for interpretation.
• Assist patients onto scanner and position patients in a safe manner.
• Obtain the CT data to be scored on the processing workstation.
• Document and complete patient studies accurately and efficiently in EMR.
• Troubleshoot scanner and report issues to Program Manager.
• Practice radiation safety, utilizing ALARA principle.
• Meet all continuing education requirements to maintain compliance.
• Maintain cleanliness of equipment and workstations.
• Stock rooms with linen and necessary medical supplies.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• License in ARRT (R) (CT) or NMTCB (CT) required.
• VA State license as required to operate scanner.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) required.
• Successful completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program that is recognized by the AART or NMTCB required.
• Minimum of 2–3 years experience as a computed tomography technologist required.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only job duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. The employee may be required to follow other job‑related instructions and to perform other job‑related duties as requested, subject to all federal, state, and municipal laws.