CT Tech - Nights - $20,000 Sign-on Bonus

Community Health Systems•Durant, OK

About The Position

The CT Technologist I operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and compliance with established protocols. The role prepares and positions patients, verifies identification and physician orders, screens for contraindications, performs point-of-care creatinine testing and calculates GFR when required, and administers contrast media according to safety protocols. The technologist monitors patients for adverse reactions and responds appropriately. The position explains procedures to patients, answers questions, and provides exam instructions. It collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare team members, assists with interventional CT procedures, reviews images for technical accuracy, and documents clinical history and study-related information. The technologist also maintains CT equipment and the work area, performs quality-control checks, follows infection-control and radiation-safety protocols, responds to emergencies, maintains reliable attendance, and complies with policies and standards. This is a full-time night schedule: Thursday through Sunday, 9 p.m. to 7 a.m. A $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered.

Requirements

One to two years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic sciences program.
Licensed Radiologic Technologist, as applicable by state.
CT (Computed Tomography) certification, or eligibility to obtain it within six months of hire.
BCLS (Basic Life Support) certification within 90 days of hire.
Proficiency operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while following established protocols.
Ability to prepare and position patients accurately, including use of safety lifts and/or additional personnel for patient transfers.
Competence in maintaining CT equipment and ensuring proper functioning.
Ability to collaborate effectively with radiologists and healthcare team members.
Knowledge of aseptic, surgical, and radiologic techniques.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills for interacting with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and deliver accurate results under minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and organizational skills for documentation and image quality.

Nice To Haves

Two to four years of experience as a CT Technologist in an acute care hospital setting.
ARDMS or ARRT Radiographer credential.

Responsibilities

Operate CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images in accordance with departmental protocols and standards.
Prepare and position patients for CT procedures using appropriate positioning and immobilization techniques.
Verify patient identity and physician orders, and screen patients for examination contraindications.
Perform point-of-care creatinine testing and calculate GFR when required for contrast studies; document results and follow contrast administration protocols.
Administer ordered contrast media, monitor patients for adverse reactions, and respond appropriately.
Explain procedures and provide instructions to patients, answering questions to reduce fear and anxiety.
Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare team members to provide accurate, timely, patient-centered care.
Assist with interventional CT procedures, including biopsies and drain placements, sterile field setup, and patient support.
Review images for technical accuracy, present completed studies to the radiologist, and communicate findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
Document patient clinical history and correlate it with imaging studies.
Perform regular quality-control checks and maintain CT equipment; promptly report malfunctions.
Respond to emergencies, including contrast reactions and urgent imaging needs, according to facility protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized, stocked work area and ensure CT equipment is ready for use.
Follow personal protective equipment, infection-control, and radiation-safety requirements.
Perform other duties as assigned, maintain regular and reliable attendance, and comply with policies and standards.