Cat Scan Technician

Lifepoint Health; Wilson (NC); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance

Wellness programs

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Lifepoint Health is looking for a Cat Scan Technician at Wilson Medical Center in North Carolina. This role involves providing computed tomography imaging and educating patients while ensuring their safety and comfort during procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold an ARRT certification and have experience in DMS. Lifepoint Health offers a range of benefits, emphasizing professional development, financial growth, and employee well-being.

Qualifications

• ARRT must have one year of DMS experience (preferred only).
• Current Radiation Operator Certificate in North Carolina.
• Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Provides computed tomography imaging as per standards.
• Educates patients about procedures and exams.
• Monitors patient condition and reports changes.
• Prepares and administers contrast media.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues.

Skills

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Work in a stressful environment

Education

Two-year certificate, Associate degree and/or Baccalaureate degree

Tools

Computed tomography imaging equipment

Job description

Schedule

Full Time Days

Your experience matters

Wilson Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well‑being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Cat Scan (CT) Technician you’ll embrace a vital mission that is dedicated to making communities healthier.

More about our team

Wilson Medical Center is committed to always providing excellent care to our community. Our 294‑bed facility provides services to residents of Wilson County and surrounding communities. We bring new and innovative programs to those who matter the most – our community.

How you’ll contribute

• Provides computed tomography imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice.
• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patients regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient’s understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits, and reports scan results.

Why join us

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full‑time and part‑time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What we’re looking for

• Education: Two‑year certificate, Associate degree and/or Baccalaureate degree.
• Minimum Work Experience: ARRT should have one year of DMS experience (preferred only).
• Licenses: Current Radiation Operator Certificate in the state of North Carolina. Registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS).
• On‑Call Availability: Must accept on‑call assignments for regularly scheduled shifts and be available to report to the facility within 30 minutes of notification. This status will be determined by the technologist on duty.
• Skills and Abilities: Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

More about Wilson Medical Center

Wilson Medical Center has served the Wilson County community for more than 55 years. We offer an array of services, including orthopedics, cardiology, general surgery, women’s care, emergency medicine, imaging and more. We also have nine multi‑specialty physician clinics, a wound center, radiation oncology center, outpatient imaging center, rehabilitation and nursing care center, and a 5‑star day care.

EEOC Statement

Wilson Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Wilson Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.