CT Technologist - PRN

Job Description:

As a CT Technologist, you will be responsible for performing diagnostic CT exams on patients using specialized equipment. You will work 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.

Posting Specifics This is a PRN position that provides coverage as needed.

Available shifts may include days, evenings/swing shifts, and nights.

Shifts available throughout the week, including weekends.

Minimum requirement is 1 shift per pay period.

Essential Functions Maintains American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (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 Licenses and Certifications American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)(RT)(R) Radiography Certification/Registration Relevant State licensure (where required)
Basic Life Support certification (BLS) for healthcare providers IV competency preferred

Preferred Qualifications Licenses and Certifications 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.

Experience1+ years CT experience

Physical Requirements Ongoing need for employee to see and read information, labels, assess patient needs, operate monitors, identify equipment and supplies.

Frequent interactions with patient care providers, patients, and visitors that require employee to verbally communicate as well as hear and understand spoken information, alarms, needs, and issues quickly and accurately, particularly during emergency situations.

Manual dexterity of hands and fingers to manipulate complex and delicate equipment with precision and accuracy. This includes frequent computer use and typing for documenting patient care, accessing needed information, medication preparation, etc.

Expected to lift and utilize full range of movement to transfer patients. Will also bend to retrieve, lift, and carry supplies and equipment. Typically includes items of varying weights, up to and including heavy items.

Need to walk and assist with transporting/ambulating patients and obtaining and distributing supplies and equipment. This includes pushing/pulling gurneys…