Cat Scan (CT) Technician

Lifepoint Health • Las Cruces, NM

103d

About The Position

This is a full-time CT Tech role that works in our cancer center doing simulations. This position will work Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. As a Cat Scan (CT) Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. This role would conduct simulations for a variety of cancers and do approximately 4-5 scans/day with the possibility of adding some diagnostic work eventually.

Requirements

• Current NM Radiologic Technologist and CT Technologist licenses.
• Associate degree in radiology technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification current upon hire.
• ARRT certified/registered in radiography and Computed Tomography (CT).
• One year of experience in radiology or CT.

Responsibilities

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs.
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees