CT Tech III, Variable

Piedmont Healthcare•Columbus, GA

About The Position

The CT Tech III performs CT procedures for patients of all age groups, including interventional procedures, and maintains competence in non-scanner-related components. The role follows imaging protocols and radiation-safety practices, performs quality control, provides patient education, and helps coordinate diagnostic procedures. The technologist also mentors students and junior technologists, precepts department staff, provides direct care for complex patients, and coordinates in the absence of lead technologists. The position functions independently with little guidance from a manager and supports regulatory compliance, accreditation, and staff competency evaluation.

Requirements

Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology program or a JRCERT-accredited hospital-based training program.
At least 2 years of experience as a CT Technologist.
ARRT registration in Radiography (R) and Computed Tomography (CT) upon hire.
ARRT advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) upon hire.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

Perform CT procedures on patients of all age groups, including positioning patients, selecting appropriate protocols, and using required equipment.
Maintain proficiency in CT interventional procedures and competencies in non-scanner-related components.
Follow established imaging protocols for each examination.
Perform quality control procedures in accordance with ACR guidelines.
Follow radiation safety policies and principles of dose reduction.
Provide patient education and communication according to prescribed standards.
Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequences.
Mentor students and junior technologists and serve as a department preceptor.
Assume responsibilities and provide direct care for more complex patients.
Coordinate department activities in the absence of lead technologists.
Post-process advanced imaging procedures using applications such as Syngo Via.
Position patients, select protocols, and use imaging equipment for radiological exams when requested.
Ensure the department meets regulatory requirements.
Participate in the ACR accreditation process.
Assist lead technologists with annual staff competency evaluations.
Function independently with little guidance from the manager.