CT Technologist - Mid-shift

Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation•Statesboro, GA

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 includes preparing and positioning patients, verifying patient identification and physician orders, screening for contraindications, performing point-of-care creatinine testing and calculating GFR when required, and administering and monitoring contrast media according to safety protocols. The technologist explains procedures to patients, collaborates with radiologists and other healthcare team members, and may assist with interventional CT procedures such as biopsies and drain placements. The role also involves reviewing images for technical accuracy, documenting patient clinical history, maintaining CT equipment and quality control, responding to emergencies, and keeping the work area clean, organized, stocked, and ready for use. The position requires adherence to infection-control, radiation-safety, and other facility policies, as well as regular and reliable attendance. This is a full-time mid-shift position, 11 a.m.–11 p.m., Wednesday through Friday.

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 operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols.
Ability to prepare and position patients accurately, including using safety lifts and/or additional personnel for patient transfers.
Competence 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 accurate 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 protocols.
Administer contrast media as ordered, monitor patients for adverse reactions, and respond appropriately.
Explain procedures and provide pre- and post-exam instructions to patients while addressing their questions and concerns.
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 radiologists, and communicate findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
Document patient clinical history and correlate it with imaging studies.
Maintain CT equipment, conduct regular quality-control checks, and promptly report malfunctions.
Respond to emergencies, including contrast reactions and urgent imaging needs, according to facility protocols.
Keep the work area clean, organized, and stocked, and ensure CT equipment is ready for use.
Follow personal protective equipment, infection-control, radiation-safety, facility policy, and other applicable standards.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and perform other duties as assigned.