CT Imaging Technologist I: Precise Diagnostics

Lutheran Health Network; Fort Wayne (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lutheran Health Network is seeking a CT Technologist I to operate CT equipment and produce high-quality diagnostic images while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. You will prepare and position patients, maintain equipment, and collaborate with radiologists and the healthcare team to deliver timely results.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of radiologic sciences program experience and 2–4 years in CT in acute care.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of clinical radiology experience via an accredited program.
• 2-4 years CT technologist experience in an acute care hospital setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce diagnostic images per departmental protocols.
• Prepares and positions patients for CT procedures.
• Verifies patient identity and orders; screens for contraindications.
• Performs issue-specific tasks like contrast administration and monitoring for adverse reactions.
• Explains procedures to patients to reduce anxiety and provide post-procedure instructions.
• Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team to deliver accurate, timely results.
• Assists with interventional CT procedures and sterile field setup as needed.
• Reviews images for technical accuracy and communicates findings to the team.
• Maintains CT equipment and performs routine quality control checks.
• Maintains safety and infection control practices during all procedures.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient safety

Patient positioning

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Radiologic sciences program

Tools

CT scanner

Job description

The Lutheran Health Network is seeking a CT Technologist I to operate CT equipment and produce high-quality diagnostic images while prioritizing patient safety and comfort. You will prepare and position patients, maintain equipment, and collaborate with radiologists and the healthcare team to deliver timely results.

Ideal candidates have 1–2 years of radiologic sciences program experience and 2–4 years in CT in acute care.