CT Technologist

Akumin®; Plantation (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is seeking a CT Technologist to ensure patient safety and perform high‑quality CT studies. You will communicate with radiologists and customers as needed, and may train new technologists and Patient Coordinators on procedures and safety.

The role requires ARRT CT registration, state licensure, CPR, and a valid driver’s license. Responsibilities include operating the CT scanner, ensuring imaging quality, and assisting with pre‑employment screenings and safety protocols.

Qualifications

• ARRT CT registration required; NMTCB accepted in lieu where allowed.
• State licensing to practice medical imaging is required.
• CPR certification is required.
• Active state driver’s license is required.
• COVID vaccination may be a condition of employment.
• Pre-employment background check and drug screen required.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and pre-screen for contraindications to radiation and contrast.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic CT images.
• Communicate effectively with customers and radiologists.
• Train new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.
• Troubleshoot the scanner and peripheral equipment (including PACS).

Skills

Customer service

Organizational skills

Computer literacy

Team communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred

ARRT CT registered

State license

Job description

CT Technologist is responsible for patient safety and the performance of high quality CT studies. Responsible for ensuring effective communication with customers, including radiologists as necessary. In some instances, trains new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Ensures patient safety, including pre‑screening for contraindications to radiation and contrast injections, and the use of aseptic injection techniques.
• Produces high‑quality diagnostic images.
• Effectively communicates with customers and/or radiologists.
• Trains new technologist and/or PC's.
• Troubles‑hoots the scanner, coach and all peripheral equipment (including monitors, PACS, etc.).

Position Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent experience; associate’s degree or equivalent experience preferred.
• Registered Computed Tomography Technologist by the ARRT.
• If allowable by state where service is provided, certification by the NMTCB in Computed Tomography acceptable in lieu of ARRT registry.
• State license.
• Licensed in Medical Imaging, if applicable.
• CPR certification.
• Technologists performing mid‑day moves.
• Active state driver’s license.
• Strong customer service skills.
• Organizational and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.
• The COVID‑19 vaccination is/may be a condition of employment.
• All candidates who accept an offer for employment will be required to successfully complete a pre‑employment background check and drug screen as a condition of employment.

Physical Requirements:

The employee may be exposed to outside weather conditions during transport of patients if working on a mobile unit. May be exposed to blood/body fluids and infectious disease.

• More than 50% of the time:
  • Sit, stand, walk.
  • Repetitive movement of hands, arms and legs.
  • See, speak and hear to be able to communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time:
  • Stoop, kneel or crawl.
  • Climb and balance.
  • Carry and lift (ability to move non‑ambulatory patients from a sitting or lying position for transfer or to exam).

Akumin Operating Corp. and its divisions are an equal opportunity employer and we believe in strength through diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to, among other things, age, race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity & expression, status as a protected veteran, or disability.