CT Technologist

Plan A Health; Chestnut Mountain (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Plan A Health is seeking a CT Technologist to perform high-quality CT procedures, ensure patient safety, and manage imaging workflows. The role requires ARRT CT certification, a radiologic technology program, and at least 1 year of radiology experience.

You will adhere to ALARA principles, maintain equipment, and collaborate with the radiology team. Responsibilities include contrast administration, venipuncture, patient comfort, accurate RIS/PACS documentation, and responding to emergencies.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum 1 year radiology experience.
• Certifications: ARRT - R (Radiography), ARRT - CT, BLS (American Heart Association).

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality CT procedures following department guidelines, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Operate imaging equipment independently, adjusting techniques to optimize diagnostic images while minimizing radiation exposure (ALARA).
• Maintain and disinfect equipment and rooms, report issues promptly.
• Obtain patient history, verify orders, and ensure patient identification before exams.
• Communicate procedures clearly using AIDET, addressing patient questions and reducing anxiety.
• Administer contrast and perform venipuncture using sterile techniques when needed.
• Position patients correctly, apply shielding, and ensure image quality; review images for diagnostic acceptability.
• Document procedures accurately in RIS/PACS, manage image transfers, and retrieve prior exams.
• Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and assist with life-support equipment.
• Organize workflows, support department operations, maintain supplies, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient communication

Infection control

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Education

High School Diploma

Radiologic Technology program

Job description

Role:

CT Technologist

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality CT procedures following department guidelines, ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Operate imaging equipment independently, adjusting techniques to optimize diagnostic images while minimizing radiation exposure (ALARA).
• Maintain and disinfect equipment and rooms, report issues promptly.
• Obtain patient history, verify orders, and ensure patient identification before exams.
• Communicate procedures clearly using AIDET, addressing patient questions and reducing anxiety.
• Administer contrast and perform venipuncture using sterile techniques when needed.
• Position patients correctly, apply shielding, and ensure image quality; review images for diagnostic acceptability.
• Document procedures accurately in RIS/PACS, manage image transfers, and retrieve prior exams.
• Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and assist with life-support equipment.
• Organize workflows, support department operations, maintain supplies, and ensure compliance with regulations.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• Minimum 1 year radiology experience.
• Certifications: ARRT - R (Radiography), ARRT - CT, BLS (American Heart Association).

Skills:

Technical proficiency in CT imaging, patient communication, infection control, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols.