CT Tech III — Advanced Imaging & Mentorship Lead

Piedmont Healthcare, Inc.; Columbus (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Piedmont Columbus Northside in Columbus, GA is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures across age groups, ensure image quality, and maintain safety standards. This role requires ARRT CT certification, BCLS, and 2 years of CT experience, with duties spanning patient positioning, protocol selection, and post-processing using advanced imaging tools.

You will mentor students, support technologists, and participate in accreditation efforts while upholding regulatory compliance.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or JRCERT accredited hospital-based training program required
• 2 years experience as a CT Technologist required
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (R) (CT) upon hire required and CT - Computed Tomography Advanced certification by ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT) upon hire required and BCLS - Basic Life Support upon hire required

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates competence and proficiency in performing all CT procedures on patients of all age groups.
• Positions patient, selects the correct protocol, and utilizes all required equipment.
• Maintains proficiency to perform CT interventional procedures.
• Maintains competencies in all non-scanner related components.
• Accurately follows all established imaging protocols for exam being performed.
• Performs quality control procedures in accordance with the ACR guidelines.
• Adhere to the Radiation Safety Policies and the principles of a viable dose reduction program.
• Provides patient education and communications in accordance with prescribed standards
• Assist with performing and planning multiple diagnostic procedures in appropriate time sequences.
• Acts as a mentor for students and junior technologists.
• Regularly assumes responsibilities and provides direct care for the more complex patients.
• Coordinates in the absence of the lead technologists.
• Ability to post-process advance imaging procedures by using applications such as Syngo Via.
• Must be competent and proficient to position, select correct protocol and utilize imaging equipment on patients of all age groups for radiological exams, when requested.
• Ensures the department meets all regulatory requirements.
• Serves as a preceptor for department.
• Functions independently with little guidance from manager.
• Participate in the ACR accreditation process.
• Assist lead technologists with evaluating staff competencies annually.

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program or JRCERT accredited hospital-based training program

Job description

Piedmont Columbus Northside in Columbus, GA is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures across age groups, ensure image quality, and maintain safety standards. This role requires ARRT CT certification, BCLS, and 2 years of CT experience, with duties spanning patient positioning, protocol selection, and post-processing using advanced imaging tools.

You will mentor students, support technologists, and participate in accreditation efforts while upholding regulatory compliance.