CT Technologist, Stravitz-Sanyal Institute Liver Disease and Metabolic Health

Unit

School Of Medicine MBU

Institute for Liver Disease

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is apremier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond.

Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the Schoolof Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. VCU School of Medicine comprises 18 clinical departments, eight basic health science departments, and 11affiliated institutes and centers, and provides preeminent education to physicians and scientists to improve the quality of healthcare for humanity.

The Stravitz-Sanyal Liver Institute of Virginia Commonwealth University is seeking a CT Technologist to join its world-renowned team of Hepatologists,researchers and imaging experts in changing the landscape of liverand metabolic diseases through research. The candidate will havethe ability to engage in translational molecular research imagingat our new facility to include a state-of-the art research PET/CTscanner and equipment. The successful candidate will have experience in general diagnostic CT imaging, imaging protocols,radiation safety, and contrast administration.

The CT Technologist will capture and process human research clinical images for the Imaging Center while working within a specialized team utilizing specific hardware and software to deliver high-quality imaging data. They will report to the Manager of Imaging Operations.

Anticipated start date for June 2026.

Core Responsibilities:

• Complete pre-scan quality control measures on equipment, and perform safety screenings/evaluations of all imaging participants for contraindications prior to scanning
• Perform quality control of CT images and related documentation ina technical and research-intensive environment
• Perform diagnostic CT exams on research participants and assist PET technologist with CT attenuation corrections for PET/CT scans; assist other imaging modalities with participant preparation as needed
• Safely administer imaging agents to participants, monitoring forand following all reaction protocols per ACR guidelines
• Execute imaging scans according to research protocols and manage incidental findings in coordination with the Medical Director and Principal Investigators
• Address research participant’ concerns, ensuring participant safety and comfort during scans
• Ensure that the CT rooms are kept clean, organized, and safe atall times
• Communicate with scanner manufacturer on troubleshooting asneeded
• Assist in CT Sequencing, imaging data management, and segmentation of images from CT investigations, including documentation and reporting of results
• Obtain participant vascular access and participate in other operational tasks within the CT suite as needed
• Work with departmental leadership to ensure regulatory and accreditation compliance, including maintaining appropriate training, licensure and certification
• Coordinate with staff and departmental leadership to streamline research workflow and operational efficiency.
• Perform quality assurance procedures and implement process improvement changes as required
• Serve as a member of the Imaging Safety Committee.

• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty,staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or acommitment to do so as a staff member at VCU.
• Associate's degree in radiologic technology or related field froman accredited program recognized by the American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
• Current RT(CT) Certification by American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT)
• Current Radiologic Technologist state license with the Virginia Board of Medicine
• Must be able to…