CT Technologist

Job description / Role

Objectives:
Performs imaging procedures utilizing computerized tomography scanners

Main responsibilities:
- Reviews exam orders/requisitions, reviews corresponding protocol and, if needed, asks questions of superior(s) and prepares for exams
- Explains procedures to patients. Prepares equipment, supplies, contrast media and medications
- Positions patient and attaches or adjusts immobilizing and shielding devices to ensure precise patient position, patient comfort, and to minimize patient exposure to x-rays
- Adjusts and operates computerized tomographic imaging equipment to scan designated anatomical areas. Sets computer controls and laser camera to produce proper images

Reporting to: Supervisor, CT Services
Number required: 7
Duration: 1-2 year/s contract
Desired start date: ASAP
Probation: 90 days
Working Hours: 9 hours
Commission / Bonus: Year-end bonus

Other Benefits:
Housing, transportation & relocation allowances, 54 days annual leave with free round trip ticket, medical care through Family Medicine Department, Severance Pay

Requirements

- University Qualifications: Graduation from a professional program in Radiologic Technology/Radiologic Sciences (two years) required, for non-Saudis. For Saudi nationals, 4 years Bachelor degree in Radiological technology is required
- Other certifications obtained: Registration with The American Registry of Radiographic Technologists for the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists or equivalent for non-Saudis.
- Nature and length of previous experience: Two (2) years of hospital radiology experience in CT is required or successful completion of specialized training in KFSH for new graduates.
- Language Fluency: English

About the Company

The King Faisal Specialist Hospital and Research Centre (KFSH&RC) is a 985-bed tertiary/quaternary care and referral hospital with facilities in Jeddah and Riyadh in Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. It is the national referral and research centre for oncology, organ transplantation, cardiovascular diseases and genetic diseases and we provide treatment for everything from minor to complex and advanced medical conditions for Saudi Arabian nationals. We hold Joint Commission International (JCI) accreditation as an Academic Medical Centre, and American Nurses Credentialing Centre (ANCC) Magnet designation. We are recognized as one of the leading healthcare organizations in the Middle East.

The Riyadh Hospital was established on land donated by King Faisal and was opened by King Khalid in 1975 with a current total land area of 920,000 square meters. We employ over 10,000 employees coming from 63 different nationalities.