CT Technologist | Flexible Scheduling & Patient Care

Merit Health River Region Medical Center; Vicksburg (MS); On-site; USD 39,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) plan

Competitive pay

Flexible schedule

Job summary

Merit Health River Region Medical Center in Mississippi seeks a CT Technologist I to operate CT equipment, position patients, and ensure safe, high-quality imaging. You will work with radiologists and the care team to support accurate diagnoses while following safety protocols.

Responsibilities include administering contrast, performing arterial/venous scans as indicated, and participating in quality control.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols.
• Skills in preparing and positioning patients for CT scans with appropriate supports.
• Maintaining CT equipment and ensuring proper function.
• Ability to collaborate with radiologists and healthcare teams.
• Knowledge of aseptic, surgical, and radiologic techniques.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills for patient and team interactions.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with accurate documentation.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Prepares and positions patients for CT procedures, using proper positioning and immobilization as needed.
• Verifies patient identification and physician orders; screens for contraindications.
• Performs point-of-care creatinine testing and calculates GFR when required for contrast studies.
• Administers contrast media following safety protocols and monitors for adverse reactions.
• Explains procedures to patients and provides post-exam instructions.
• Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team to ensure timely, patient-centered care.
• Assists with interventional CT procedures and sterile field setup as needed.
• Reviews images for technical accuracy and communicates findings as required.
• Documents patient history and correlates with imaging studies.
• Maintains quality control checks on CT equipment and reports malfunctions.
• Responds to emergencies per facility protocols and maintains clean, stocked workspace.
• Adheres to infection control and radiation safety guidelines.

Skills

CT equipment operation

Patient safety

Patient positioning

Equipment maintenance

Interprofessional collaboration

Aseptic and radiologic techniques

Communication skills

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited radiologic sciences program

CT Technologist experience in acute care (2-4 years)

Job description

Merit Health River Region Medical Center in Mississippi seeks a CT Technologist I to operate CT equipment, position patients, and ensure safe, high-quality imaging. You will work with radiologists and the care team to support accurate diagnoses while following safety protocols.

Responsibilities include administering contrast, performing arterial/venous scans as indicated, and participating in quality control.