CT Technologist

MillenniumSoft Inc; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 106,000; Part time

Job summary

Trinity Health is seeking a CT Technologist for the CT Scanner department in West Des Moines, IA. This contract role runs on the 1st shift, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, performing diagnostic CT imaging.

Responsibilities include positioning patients, administering contrast, maintaining image quality, sterilizing equipment, and communicating with patients. Requires at least 1 year of CT experience.

Qualifications

• CT technologist with 1 year of relevant experience
• Contract engagement (1st shift: 8:30 AM–5:00 PM, Mon-Fri)
• Sterilize radiologic equipment to ensure patient safety
• Interpret doctors' scanning instructions accurately
• Explain procedures and provide patient support during imaging

Responsibilities

• Use CT equipment to capture diagnostic images of patients’ internal organs/tissues
• Position patients to scan specified body areas
• Perform warm-up sequences on CT scanner to prolong X-ray tube life
• Sterilize radiologic equipment to ensure patient safety
• Interpret doctors’ scanning instructions accurately
• Administer radiocontrast agents to enhance visibility
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality
• Explain scanning procedures to patients and provide reassurance

Skills

CT imaging

Equipment operation

Patient positioning

Contrast administration

Image quality

Job description

Job ID:THS-2354304|HHC-48690

Location:West Des Moines,IA

Engagement Type: Contract

Client Name: Trinity Health

Job Type: Health Care

Shift: 1st Shift: 8:30 AM-5:00 PM Mon-Fri

Pay Rate:$65.52/ hr

Job Summary

CT Technologist needed within the CT Scanner department to capture diagnostic images using computerized tomography equipment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Use computerized tomography equipment to capture diagnostic images of patients' internal organs and tissues
• Position patients appropriately to scan specific body areas
• Perform regular warm-up sequences on the CT scanner to prolong X-ray tube life
• Sterilize radiologic equipment to ensure patient safety
• Correctly interpret doctors' written scanning instructions
• Administer radiocontrast agents to enhance visibility of internal organs and tissues
• Evaluate CT scans to determine technical quality
• Explain scanning procedures to patients and provide reassurance and support as needed

Experience

• 1 year of relevant experience

Key Skills

• CT imaging and equipment operation
• Patient positioning
• Radiocontrast agent administration
• Image quality evaluation
• Patient communication and support