Cat Scan Technologist

Lifepoint Health; Lake Havasu City (AZ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Disability

Tuition Assistance

401(k) retirement with company match

Well-being programs

Professional development

Job summary

Havasu Regional Medical Center, part of Lifepoint Health, is seeking a Cat Scan Technician (CT) to join our radiology team in Lake Havasu City, AZ. You will review orders, educate patients, administer contrast as needed, and ensure high-quality imaging while maintaining safety standards.

The role requires an associate degree in radiologic technology, BLS within 30 days, and ARRT/CT credentials or preceptorship. Prior CT hospital experience is preferred; join us to support excellent patient care.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in radiologic technology preferred.
• BLS within 30 days of hire.
• ARRT RT(R)(CT) or ARR RT(R) in preceptorship required.
• AZ MRT certification or CT preceptorship/Temporary CT technologist.
• Previous CT hospital experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Review patient history and physician's order.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams.
• Prepare and administer contrast media within scope of practice.
• Monitor patient condition and report changes.
• Prepare equipment and supplies.
• Apply safety standards and quality control on equipment.
• Troubleshoot equipment malfunctions as needed.
• Position patient and perform imaging procedures.
• Analyze results and address image quality issues.
• Enter and report scan results.

Skills

Patient education

Safety procedures

Quality control

Education

Associate degree in radiologic technology

BLS within 30 days

ARRT RT(R)(CT) or ARR RT(R) in preceptorship

AZ MRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist or CT preceptorship

Previous CT hospital experience

Tools

CT imaging equipment

Job description

Schedule:Full-Time

Your experience matters

Havasu Regional 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 Technician (CT)joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Cat Scan Technician (CT)who excels in this role:

• Review patient history and physician's order.
• Educate patients regarding procedures, equipment, and exams to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administer contrast media and/or medication within scope of practice.
• Monitor patients' condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepare equipment and supplies.
• Implement safety standards and perform appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoot, resolve, and/or report equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Position patient and perform imaging procedure(s).
• Analyze results and identify issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Take appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patients and repeating procedures.
• Enter, transmit, and report scan results.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits:Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time andpart-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
Applicants should be a graduate of a Radiologic Technology program. Additional requirements include:

• Associate degree in radiologic technology preferred
• Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days of hire
• American Registry Radiologic Technologist (AART) RT (R)(CT) or (ARRT) RT (R) in preceptorship.
• AZ MRT - Certified Radiologic Technologist or AZ MRT Computed Tomography Preceptorship or Temporary Computed Tomography Technologist.
• Previous hospital experience in CT is preferred.

More about Havasu Regional Medical Center

Havasu Regional Medical Centeris a 171-bed acute care hospital that has been offering exceptional care to the Lake Havasu City, AZ community.

EEOC Statement

"Havasu Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havasu Regional 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."