CT Technologist

Job Summary

The CT Technologist applies their expertise to deliver safe, high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at Kennestone Hospital. Technologists at Wellstar are respected clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team.

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology
• ARRT-R (Radiography)
• ARRT-CT – ARRT Computed Tomography
• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association

Core Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures according to department guidelines, use your technical knowledge to capture quality diagnostic images
• Operate imaging and radiographic equipment safely and adjust techniques to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA)
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms and equipment per infection control schedules; identify and report equipment issues promptly
• Obtain clinical history and screen for contraindications; verify orders and two unique patient identifiers before any exam
• Explain procedures, prep, and post-care clearly using AIDET; address questions and reduce patient anxiety
• Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; provide age-appropriate care throughout the visit
• Perform exams and administer contrast per protocol, using venipuncture and sterile technique when applicable
• Position patients correctly and apply markers, shielding, and immobilization as indicated
• Review images for diagnostic acceptability; repeat or correct as needed and release patients appropriately
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and ensure studies are correctly finalized in RIS and PACS, including transfers, retrieval, CDs, and prior exam retrieval as needed
• Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and help maintain and restock crash cart and life-support equipment as required
• Organize daily workflows to meet expected timeframes; collaborate with technologists and modalities to support department flow
• Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete charging and clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and escalate issues to the supervisor

Pay & Schedule

• Competitive hourly pay with shift differential incentives
• Sign-on bonus of up to $20,000 for eligible candidates
• Full-time position with a Thursday, Friday, Saturday 2:30pm - 3:00am schedule

Benefits

• PTO
• Mental health support
• Wellness rooms
• Concierge services
• Access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression