CT Technologist

Indiana University Health System; Lafayette (IN); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

No weekends or on-call

Job summary

IU Health Arnett Hospital is seeking a full-time CT Technologist to join our radiology team. This role emphasizes high-quality diagnostic CT scans with strict radiation safety. Shifts are 10 hours, Monday through Thursday, with holiday rotation.

No weekends or call required. A sign-on bonus is available to eligible applicants and the department welcomes applications.

Qualifications

• 0–3 years CT experience or related radiology experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• ARRT RT(R) or NMTCB CNMT certification or eligibility.
• Active Indiana ISDH license as Radiologic or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Advanced CT certification (ARRT or NMTCB) within 12 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanner and prepare/position patients.
• Screen patients for safe scanning and proper contrast administration.
• Obtain IV access and administer contrast as required.
• Adjust scan parameters to obtain diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians; follow radiation safety protocols.
• Perform routine QC on equipment and maintain documentation in EMR.
• Stay current with continuing education; assist with emergencies and minimally invasive procedures.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient positioning

Contrast administration

Radiation safety

EMR documentation

Job description

IU Health Arnett Hospital is seeking a full-time CT Technologist to join our radiology team. This position is responsible for performing high-quality diagnostic computed tomography scans while maintaining patient safety, comfort, and strict radiation protection protocols. The role operates on a predictable full-time schedule, covering 10-hour shifts Monday through Thursday from 12:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m., with holiday rotation.

No weekends or call required.

Sign-on bonus available to eligible applicants!

Job Description:

Operates CT scanner, prepares and positions patients. Screens patients for safe scanning and safe administration of contrast. Obtains IV access, and administers contrast as required and is familiar with recognizing and responding to adverse contrast events. Possesses knowledge of scan protocols and selection of appropriate protocol to address clinical concerns. Adjusts scan parameters to ensure diagnostic images. Collaborates with radiologists and referring physicians. Follows radiation safety protocols. Performs routine QC on equipment. Stays current with continuing education. Assists in medical alert situations. Communicates effectively with patients, families and members of the care team. Documents necessary information in EMR. Assists with minimally invasive procedures as needed.

• Requires 0-3 years of relevant experience.
• Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association (AHA) is required.
• Requires ability to maneuver equipment and improvise positions when the condition of the patient does not permit routine positioning.
• Requires active status through one of the following: American Registry of Radiology Technology (ARRT): Registered Technologist - Radiography , RT(R) or Nuclear Medicine, RT(NM); or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB): Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT).
• Requires advanced certification in Computed Tomography (CT) through ARRT or NMTCB within 12 months of hire.
• Requires current Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• May be required to meet registry/certification requirements for another modality, if applicable.