Lead CT Technologist-Imaging-Nights- Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital-La

Position: Lead CT Technologist-Imaging-Nights-Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital-La[...]

Lead CT Technologist – Imaging Nights – Orlando Health Watson Clinic Lakeland Highlands Hospital – Lakeland, FL Position Summary

The Lead CT Technologist directs daily workflow and assists the Imaging Services Supervisor, Imaging Services Manager, and/or Imaging Services Director. Opening Summer 2026 at 4000 Lakeland Highlands Road, Lakeland, FL.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision & Prescription Drug Plans
• Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Savings Accounts
• Paid Time Off (accrued)
• Education Assistance:
  Preferred Education Program – 100% PAID Tuition, Tuition reimbursement & repayment of previous loans
• Disability and Life Insurance
• Retirement Savings Plan
• Family Care Benefits & so much more!

Responsibilities

• Adheres and supports policies, procedures, mission statements, and strategic imperatives.
• Directs and assists with daily workflow of the imaging team with regards to supply ordering, staff assignments, and resolution of customer service issues.
• Plans and prioritizes procedure scheduling and processing that support the needs of the patients and physicians.
• Assures images meet established Quality Control standards.
• Provides input to supervisor for evaluations.
• Actively participates in departmental projects and process improvement initiatives as assigned.
• Utilizes Corporate Radiology computer systems effectively and accurately.
• Works with equipment project manager or manager in scheduling equipment downtime for scanners and reports any equipment problems promptly.
• Responsible for performing diagnostic imaging and related procedures as outlined in the CT technologist job description.
• Administers medical aid as required in cases of adverse reactions to contrast medication and/or other emergencies.
• Demonstrates proficiency in contrast medication injection with and without use of power injectors.
• Performs venipuncture and evaluates IV access for the purpose of contrast administration as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Applies principles of radiation protection to minimize exposure to patient, self, and others.
• Ensures safety of patients.
• Makes reliably punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.
• Makes compliance with all Orlando Health policies, department guidelines and education requirements.

Other Related Functions

• Maintains cleanliness and organization of section.
• Reports equipment issues to appropriate personnel.
• Maintains supply inventory for section, ordering additional supplies.
• Provides patient transport.

Qualifications Education / Training

• Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology; or
• Graduate of an approved school of Nuclear Medicine Technology.

Licensure / Certification

• Maintains current AHA BLS/Healthcare Provider certification.
• Valid Certified Radiologic Technologist licensure by the State of Florida.
• Must meet one of the following criteria:
• Valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) certification (R) and valid American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification (CT); or
• Valid Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in CT.

Experience

Minimum of two (2) years as a licensed Certified Radiologic Technologist, six (6) months experience in CT is required and experience in two or more of the following areas:

• Advanced imaging experience and proficiency, including 3D Lab or IR imaging, or Cardiac imaging
• Site proctor/preceptor for onboarding new hires and cross‑training
• Primary responsibility:
  Dual imaging roles, with current proficiency and routinely performing in secondary modality.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Health Care Provider

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care

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