CT Technologist | 32 hours per week | Diagnostic Imaging

Great River Health Systems; West Burlington (IA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 53,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Health, dental, vision

Paid time off

Retirement plan

Education assistance

Job summary

Great River Health Systems in West Burlington, IA is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography scans in accordance with protocols and radiation safety standards. You will position patients accurately, prepare them for imaging, and ensure comfort while maintaining high-quality imaging for radiologist interpretation.

The role requires an AA in Radiologic Technology, ARRT certification, and familiarity with PACS.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology required.
• 1–3 years health care experience preferred.
• BLS & First Aid—AHA.
• Iowa Mandatory Reporter for Child & Dependent Adult.
• ARRT certification required or board-eligible.
• Iowa Permit to Practice required.

Responsibilities

• Follow radiation safety measures per government regulations.
• Operate CT equipment to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain exam to patient to ensure cooperation and safety.
• Position patients to capture required anatomy.
• Perform venipuncture.
• Administer iodinated contrast as needed.
• Obtain patient history for radiologist.
• Review and post-process CT images per protocol.
• Document, charge, and process paperwork.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient communication

Safety awareness

Radiology protocols

PACS

Education

AA Radiologic Technology

Tools

CT Scanner

PACS

IV access

Job description

Minimum Hiring Wage: From $32.53 per hour

Job Details: $15,000 Sign on Bonus for Eligible Candidates!

Scheduled Hours: 7:00am - 3:30pm, rotating weekends and holidays

Job Description: Perform CT scans as ordered by provider, ensuring adherence to protocols and safety standards. Position patients accurately to produce quality images for the diagnosis or treatment of anatomic or physiologic disorders. Prepare patients for imaging procedures by explaining the process, addressing concerns, and ensuring comfort. Demonstrate knowledge of general anatomy, technical factors, CT imaging fundamentals, radiation protection, basic computer skills, and PACS. Competency in CT procedures, protocols, and techniques. Operate and maintain CT equipment, ensuring it is functioning properly and reporting any malfunctions.

What you will do

• Follow radiation safety measures to comply with government regulations, while ensuring the safety of patients and staff.
• Operate computed tomography equipment and accessories to produce diagnostic images.
• Explain exam/procedure to patient to ensure cooperation, safety, and satisfaction.
• Accurate patient positioning to include required anatomy.
• Perform venipuncture, following standard universal precautions.
• Administer iodinated contrast for diagnostic purposes.
• Obtain thorough and accurate patient history providing radiologist with pertinent information.
• Review and post-process CT images per the radiologist’s protocol and to ensure quality.
• Document, charge, and process all paperwork.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree (AA) Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology Required
• 1-3 years Health care experience Preferred
• Basic Cardiac Life Support & First Aid - American Heart Association
• Upon Hire Child Abuse Iowa Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services
• Upon Hire Dependent Adult Abuse Mandatory Reporter - Iowa Department of Human Services
• Upon Hire Radiology Technician American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) (United States of America)
• Upon Hire Required IV competency required at WB campus.
• CT Board Certification preferred.
• Iowa Permit to Practice required.
• May require weekend shifts and call rotation based on department need.

Benefits

We are excited to offer an aggressive compensation and benefits package for qualifying positions, which includes:

• Competitive base pay
• Matching retirement programs
• Health, Dental and Vision plans
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts
• Employee discounts including car rental, cell-phone plans
• Employer-paid, Long-Term Disability, Life, and AD&D
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education Assistance Program
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Discounted cafeteria meals
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Service Recognition program
• Voluntary plans including: Life, AD&D, Short-Term Disability, Critical Illness, Accident, Insurance, and Hospital Indemnity

Great River Health and its affiliates are Equal Opportunity employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, national origin, mental or physical disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

We are an equal-opportunity employer.