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

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•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, and performs point-of-care creatinine testing and GFR calculations when needed for contrast studies. The technologist administers contrast as ordered, monitors for adverse reactions, explains procedures to patients, and provides instructions before and after exams. The position collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare team members, assists with interventional CT procedures such as biopsies and drain placements, reviews images for technical accuracy, and documents patient history. It also includes equipment quality control and maintenance, responding to emergencies, keeping the work area clean and stocked, and following infection-control, radiation-safety, and personal-protective-equipment protocols. Regular and reliable attendance and compliance with facility policies and standards are required. AllianceHealth Durant is a 138-bed licensed acute care facility offering inpatient and outpatient services. It is accredited by The Joint Commission and certified as an Acute Stroke Ready facility. The facility is part of AllianceHealth Oklahoma, alongside AllianceHealth Madill and AllianceHealth Medical Group.

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.
Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification within 90 days of hire.
Proficiency in 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 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 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.
(R) ARDMS or ARRT - Radiographer.

Responsibilities

Operate CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images in compliance with departmental protocols and standards.
Prepare and position patients for CT procedures using suitable positioning and immobilization techniques.
Verify patient identification 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 protocols.
Administer ordered contrast media according to safety protocols, monitor for adverse reactions, and respond appropriately.
Explain procedures and provide instructions to patients, addressing questions and concerns.
Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare team members to support 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 team members as needed.
Document patient clinical history and correlate it with imaging studies.
Perform regular quality control checks on CT equipment and promptly report malfunctions.
Respond to emergencies, including contrast reactions and urgent imaging needs, according to facility protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized, and stocked work area and ensure CT equipment is ready for use.
Follow personal protective equipment, infection control, and radiation safety protocols.
Perform other duties as assigned, maintain reliable attendance, and comply with policies and standards.