Cat Scan (CT) Technologist

Lifepoint Health • Las Cruces, NM

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About The Position

Memorial Medical Center is seeking a full-time Cat Scan (CT) Technologist to perform diagnostic imaging examinations and support patient care. The role includes accurate and timely examinations, patient positioning, computer entries, and image filming, while maintaining diagnostic image quality and minimizing patient exposure. The technologist performs nuclear medicine scans under established protocols and administers radiopharmaceuticals according to radiologist-prescribed protocols.

The technologist maintains knowledge of imaging techniques and equipment performance, reports equipment or supply problems, and provides patient education about diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures. The position follows hospital, imaging, infection control, safety, security, and regulatory policies. A $10,000 sign-on bonus is offered in exchange for a two-year commitment.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-, JRCERT-, ARMRIT-, or NMTCB-accredited program in Radiologic Technology, Radiation Therapy, MR, or Nuclear Medicine.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
• Required registry in Radiology, Radiation Therapy, MR, or Nuclear Medicine through ARRT, JRCERT, ARMRIT, or NMTCB.
• ARRT Computed Tomography (CT) registry required within one year of hire or transfer.
• If not ARRT(CT)-registered upon hire, work under the supervision of an ARRT(CT) technologist until obtaining the registry.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform patient examinations accurately and in a timely manner, not exceeding 30 minutes; position patients accurately and complete computer entries and filming.
• Perform nuclear medicine scans according to established protocols and administer radiopharmaceuticals according to radiologist-prescribed protocols.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic scan images while meeting department guidelines and maintaining exam accuracy, including views, labeling, patient dose, positioning, patient history, and shielding.
• Minimize patient exposure during imaging procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of equipment performance and report malfunctions and supply or equipment problems to the supervisor.
• Provide patient education relating to diagnostic nuclear medicine procedures.
• Maintain knowledge of current imaging techniques and identify ways to improve diagnostic quality, efficiency, and customer relations.
• Comply with hospital and imaging policies and procedures, infection control policies, and applicable federal, state, and local regulations.
• Follow safety and security policies, report observed violations through established channels, and take immediate corrective action on life-safety issues.

Benefits

• $10,000 sign-on bonus for a two-year commitment
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Life, accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Short- and long-term disability insurance
• Paid family leave
• Paid time off
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance
• Loan assistance
• 401(k) retirement package with company match
• Wellness programs, including free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services, and discount programs
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree