CT Technologist

Indiana University Health; Martinsville (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Indiana University Health seeks a CT technologist to operate the CT scanner, prepare and position patients, and ensure safe scanning with contrast administration. The role requires IV access, adherence to radiation safety, and collaboration with radiologists and physicians.

Documentation in EMR and routine QC on equipment are essential responsibilities. The position emphasizes patient care, effective communication with patients and care teams, and readiness to assist in minimally invasive

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of relevant experience in CT or radiology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification through the AHA.
• Active ARRT RT(R) or NMTCB CNMT certification or eligibility within 12 months of hire.
• Indiana ISDH license as Radiologic Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist.
• Ability to maneuver equipment and adjust patient positioning as needed.
• Familiarity with contrast administration and adverse event response.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanner and prepare/position patients for scanning.
• Screen patients for safe scanning and safe IV contrast administration.
• Obtain IV access and administer contrast as required.
• Adjust scan parameters to obtain diagnostic images.
• Collaborate with radiologists and referring physicians.
• Adhere to radiation safety protocols and perform routine QC on equipment.
• Document information in the EMR and maintain accurate records.
• Assist with minimally invasive procedures when needed.

Skills

Clinical radiology

Patient positioning

Safety protocols

Education

ARRT RT(R) or NMTCB CNMT eligibility

AHA BLS certification

ISDH Radiologic/Nuclear Medicine license (IN)

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.

We are looking for team members who are passionate about challenging and significant work for the good of every patient. We are searching for individuals who are compassionate, serve with a purpose, are dedicated to supporting their team, and who seek excellence every day.

Onsite

• Indiana University Health has nearly 40,000 team members, including more than 3,600 physicians and 1,200 advanced practice providers, and we’re home to the largest nursing network in Indiana with more than 9,000 nursing team members at over 800 sites of care.
• IU Health is ranked No. 1 in Indiana by U.S. News & World Report, Riley Children's Health is ranked among the top children's hospitals in the country by U.S. News & World Report.
• A unique partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine – one of the nation’s largest medical schools – gives patients access to groundbreaking research and innovative treatments, and it offers team members access to the latest science and the very best training – advancing healthcare for all.
• With 15 hospitals, including seven with Magnet designation and eight with Pathways to Excellence designation, our team members are leading the way through excellence.
• At Indiana University Health, your personal and professional growth is a top priority. You will have access to many diverse opportunities to learn and develop in meaningful ways that matter most to you, such as advanced clinical training, leadership development, promotion opportunities and cross training development.
• Indiana University Health is invested in the lives of Hoosiers, leading the transformation of healthcare to make Indiana one of the nation’s healthiest states.