PRN CT Technologist

About the role

As a CT Technologist, you will perform diagnostic CT exams on patients using specialized equipment, collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, and other healthcare professionals to ensure accurate and high-quality imaging results. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of imaging techniques, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Essential Functions

• Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or modality-specific competency in all clinical and technical functions.
• Ensures proper patient identification, order verification, and prepares the patient for the exam.
• Performs exams per department protocol and reviews images for quality, clarity, and accuracy.
• Adheres to radiation safety guidelines and maintains a safe working environment.
• Completes studies within acceptable time limits without compromising patient care or quality.
• Assists and instructs students and other CT Techs in exam protocols, procedures, positioning, and equipment.
• Provides appropriate patient education, ensures patient comfort, and addresses concerns.
• Practices appropriate infection control and sterile techniques.
• Understands and operates CT equipment and related information systems to ensure quality images.
• Keeps accurate records of patient information, procedures performed, and any adverse reactions.
• Follows protocols for medical necessity, coding, charging, consents, QC programs, and reporting equipment failures.

Skills

• Anatomy Knowledge
• Image Evaluation
• Equipment Operation
• Contrast protocols
• Emergency response
• Independent work
• Teamwork
• Effective communication
• Electronic imaging
• Task prioritization
• Clean environment

Minimum Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(RT)(R) Radiography Certification/Registration
• Relevant State licensure (where required)
• Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers

Preferred Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Computed Tomography Certification/Registration (ARRT)(RT)(CT) (Where applicable)
• Must complete the controlled substance module (Where applicable)
• Must complete the initial moderate sedation module
• Specific facility-based certifications may also be required for this role. If this applies, each facility would define and manage compliance.
• 1+ years CT experience

Physical Requirements

• Hearing/listening
• Lifting
• Manual dexterity
• Pulling/pushing
• Seeing
• Sitting
• Speaking
• Squatting/kneeling
• Standing
• Walking

Pay

The hourly range for this position is $39.16 - $60.42. Actual hourly rate dependent upon experience.