CT Technologist

Akumin; Utah; On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Akumin is looking for a CT Technologist responsible for ensuring patient safety and performing high-quality CT studies. The technologist will communicate effectively with customers, including radiologists, and may also train new team members.

The ideal candidate will have a High School Diploma and an ARRT certification, along with strong customer service skills. The role may involve exposure to various conditions and requires a valid state driver's license.

Qualifications

• Registered Computed Tomography Technologist by the ARRT.
• State license in Medical Imaging and CPR certification.
• Active State Driver’s License.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety and pre-screening for radiation contraindications.
• Perform aseptic injection techniques.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Communicate effectively with customers and radiologists.
• Train new technologists and Patient Coordinators.

Skills

Strong customer service

Organization skills

Multi-tasking skills

Basic knowledge of computer applications

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent experience

Associate's degree

Job description

Job Summary

The CT Technologist is responsible for patient safety and the performance of high quality CT studies. They ensure effective communication with customers, including radiologists, and may train new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.

Responsibilities

• Ensure patient safety, including pre‑screening for contraindications to radiation and contrast injections.
• Perform aseptic injection techniques.
• Produce high‑quality diagnostic images.
• Communicate effectively with customers and/or radiologists.
• Train new technologists and/or Patient Coordinators.
• Troubleshoot the scanner, coach, and all peripheral equipment (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 (or certification by the NMTCB acceptable in lieu of ARRT registry).
• State license, and if applicable, license in Medical Imaging.
• CPR certification.
• Active State Driver’s License (for mid‑day moves).
• Strong customer service, organizational, and multi‑tasking skills.
• Basic knowledge of computer applications and programs.

Physical Requirements

• 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 communicate with patients.
• Less than 50% of the time: stoop, kneel or crawl; climb and balance; carry and lift non‑ambulatory patients.

COVID‑19 Vaccination

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.

EEO Statement

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.