CT Technologist - CATSCAN

Presbyterian System Services; Rio Rancho (NM); On-site; USD 43,394 - 66,290; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Relocation bonus

Tuition reimbursement

Wellness program

On-site gyms

Job summary

Presbyterian System Services seeks a skilled CT Technologist to join the radiology team in Rio Rancho, NM. The role emphasizes clinical reasoning, patient-centered care, and accurate CT imaging under safety protocols.

The position offers sign-on/relocation bonuses for qualified applicants, tuition reimbursement, and a wellness program, with 12-hour day shifts and a 0.90 FTE. Join a supportive department focused on safety and continuous learning.

Qualifications

• Associate degree required.
• Current BLS required.
• NM CT license or provisional license pathway.
• ARRT CT certification or provisional status.
• Must obtain ARRT(CT) and NMCT licensure within 2 years of obtaining the NMPCT.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes clinical reasoning and evidence-based guidelines in CT imaging.
• Escalates concerns to the appropriate leader and supports patient exam requests.
• Delivers compassionate, safe, and effective patient care during scans.
• Educates patients about procedures and answers questions before scanning.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient exam flow and safety checks.

Skills

BLS certification

CT imaging knowledge

Clinical safety checks

Effective communication

Education

Associate Degree

NM Computed Tomography License (NMCT)

ARRT CT certification

NM Computed Tomography Provisional License (NMPCT)

ARRT (R) certification

Job description

Location Address:2400 Unser Blvd Rio Rancho, NM 87124Compensation Pay Range:Minimum Offer $31.50 Maximum Offer $48.12Summary:Presbyterian is seeking a skilled and compassionate CT Tech to join our radiology department. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background, excellent patient care skills, and the ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.Sign on and relocation bonuses available for qualified candidates.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunitiesStaff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)Differentials for night/weekend shifts, higher education, certifications and various lead roles (for eligible positions)Malpractice liability insuranceLoan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education DepartmentEPIC electronic charting systemType of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 0.90 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: 12 Hour Days (United States of America)Responsibilities:Utilizes clinical reasoning which includes a global grasp of situations, critical thinking, decision-making, critical actions, priority setting, and escalation of concerns with associated knowledge, skills, and evidence-based guidelines in managing computerized tomographic radiograph imaging.Works on behalf of the patients/significant others in representing their concerns and helping resolve ethical and clinical issues that impact the patient’s situation. Uses effective communication to escalate concerns to appropriate one up leader. Goes extra mile to attend to patient exam requests.Creates a compassionate, supportive, and therapeutic environment for patients and staff with the aim of promoting comfort and healing and preventing unnecessary suffering or harm. Recognizes patient concern and reacts appropriately, including documentation of events.Educates patient before scanning procedure explaining the procedure and answering patient questions.Involves multidisciplinary team as well as patient/significant others to promote optimal and realistic goals and outcomes. Works with other departments to create an effective patient exam flow to include avoiding conflicting procedures and delay of patient care as well as effective utilization of limited technical and clinical resources.Uses high standards and evidence-based practices along with questioning, research, and evaluation skills to provide informed and/or change practice. Properly assesses patient condition for the candidate for imaging. Performs necessary clinical and technical safety checks and screening processes, validates reasons for the exam with the patient before scanning, addresses all safety concerns before scanning, and performs red rules to ensure the right patient/right exam/right order. Understand the importance of performing necessary safety/calibration/quality checks per established protocols. Do not image patients without an order or without performing necessary safety, lab, and conflicting exam reviews.Other clinic duties as assigned/where applicable.Qualifications:Associate Degree RequiredCurrent BLS is required.Certified CT TechnologistNM Computed Tomography License (NMCT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Computed Tomography certification (ARRT(CT))ORCT Technologist in Training/Provisional StatusNM Computed Tomography Provisional License (NMPCT)American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification (ARRT (R)). Must obtain ARRT(CT) and NMCT licensure within 2 years of obtaining the NMPCT.Individuals applying for a New Mexico Provisional CT License must have met the requirements for licensure in at least one New Mexico-recognized medical imaging or radiation therapy discipline (e.g., Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or Registered Radiologist Assistant) and be pursuing an approved CT certification pathway.We're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.Learn more about our employee benefits.About Presbyterian Healthcare ServicesPresbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members, and the communities we serve. We are locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 14,000 employees - including more than 1600 providers and nearly 4,700 nurses.Our health plan serves more than 580,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.Compensation DisclaimerThe compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.We're Determined to Support New Mexico's Well-Being | Presbyterian Healthcare Services