CT Technologist Sr Featured Job

Valleywise Health • Phoenix, AZ

16h

About The Position

Under the direction of a radiologist, Imaging Supervisor, or other Medical Imaging Leadership, the Senior CT Technologist performs technical procedures requiring independent judgment in applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis. The technologist performs imaging and is accountable for the work performed and submitted. The role requires specialized technical skills, critical thinking, problem solving, prioritization, and medical knowledge, including anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology. The technologist correlates patient data and applies physics principles to obtain optimal diagnostic images while maintaining radiation protection and safety. The role also involves capturing quality images and ensuring patients are safe and comfortable.

The Senior CT Technologist assists medical imaging management with daily department operations by mentoring less experienced staff, assisting them, and at times helping direct their work. The position works closely with the Imaging Supervisor, patients, medical staff, and other internal teams.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree in Radiography and/or completion of a certificate program in Radiography.
• Three years of CT medical imaging experience, including at least one year in an inpatient setting.
• RT(R)(CT) certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or equivalent.
• Licensure by the Arizona Department of Health Services (AZDHS) in Medical Radiologic Technology (MRT) and CT (CTCT).
• Ability to provide care appropriate to the ages of patients served, including knowledge of lifespan growth and development and the ability to assess patient-status information and identify age-specific care needs.
• Ability to read, write, and speak effectively in English.
• Must have a valid fingerprint clearance card issued by the Arizona Department of Public Safety or submit a completed Affidavit at hire; must complete a fingerprint clearance card application within seven days of hire and present a card within 90 days of applying.

Nice To Haves

• BLS card obtained through an approved American Heart Association (AHA) training center; required within three months.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT imaging procedures requiring independent judgment in applying prescribed ionizing radiation for radiologic diagnosis.
• Take responsibility for imaging work performed and submitted.
• Correlate patient data and apply physics principles to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
• Maintain knowledge and use of radiation protection and safety practices.
• Capture quality images and ensure patients are safe and comfortable.
• Assist medical imaging management with daily department operations.
• Mentor and assist less experienced staff and, at times, help direct their work.
• Work closely with the Imaging Supervisor, patients, medical staff, and other internal teams.

What This Job Offers

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