CT Technologist - Isleta PRESNow

Presbyterian Healthcare Services; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 43,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Sign-on and relocation available

Night/weekend shift differentials

Malpractice liability insurance

Loan forgiveness programs

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services is seeking a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT examinations, prioritize patient safety and comfort, and collaborate with a multidisciplinary team. You will educate patients, verify orders, and ensure regulatory compliance while maintaining high-quality imaging and workflow efficiency.

The role includes shift differentials and opportunities for career development, tuition reimbursement, and relocation support for eligible candidates, reflecting our CARES

Qualifications

• Associate Degree required and NM licensure in CT within 2 years or ARRT(CT) certification.
• BLS certification required.
• ARRT(CT) or NM Provisional CT licensure pathway as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Perform high-quality CT imaging with clinical judgment and patient safety in mind.
• Educate patients and families about imaging procedures and pre-procedure screening.
• Collaborate with physicians and nurses to coordinate care and optimize patient flow.
• Conduct safety screenings, order verification and QA checks per protocols.
• Maintain and calibrate imaging equipment and adhere to regulatory standards.
• Support onboarding and ongoing training for students and staff.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical judgement

Team collaboration

Safety & compliance

Education

Associate Degree

NMCT license

ARRT CT Certification

Provisional CT licensure pathway

Tools

EPIC

Job description

Location Address:3436 Isleta Blvd SW Albuquerque, NM 87105-5837Compensation Pay Range:Minimum Offer $31.50 Maximum Offer $53.66Summary:As a CT Technologist, you will play a critical role in delivering high-quality, patient-centered diagnostic imaging services. Leveraging advanced clinical judgment, technical expertise, and evidence-based practices, you will perform computed tomography (CT) examinations while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and exceptional care throughout the imaging experience. You will collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate efficient patient flow, optimize clinical outcomes, and support timely diagnosis and treatment. This role requires a commitment to quality, continuous learning, regulatory compliance, and the organization’s CARES values through compassionate service, accountability, effective communication, and a focus on superior patient outcomes. The ideal candidate combines strong technical proficiency with a patient-first mindset, fostering a safe, inclusive, and healing environment for patients, families, colleagues, and learners.Sign-on and relocation available for those who qualify.How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities• Staff 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 insurance• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department• EPIC electronic charting systemType of Opportunity: Full time FTE: 1.00 Job Exempt: No Work Shift: 12 Hour Nights (United States of America)Responsibilities:Perform high-quality CT imaging procedures using clinical judgment, critical thinking, and evidence-based practices to ensure accurate diagnostic results and patient safety.Provide compassionate, patient-centered care by creating a supportive and therapeutic environment that promotes comfort, healing, and positive patient experiences.Educate patients and families on imaging procedures, address questions and concerns, and obtain appropriate pre-procedure screening and safety information.Advocate for patients by recognizing and escalating clinical, ethical, or safety concerns to appropriate leaders and care team members.Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and multidisciplinary teams to coordinate care, optimize patient flow, prevent delays, and achieve desired clinical outcomes.Conduct thorough patient identification, order verification, safety screenings, and quality assurance checks to ensure compliance with established protocols and regulatory standards.Assess patient condition and appropriateness for imaging, addressing safety concerns, lab requirements, contraindications, and conflicting procedures before scanning.Maintain imaging equipment and perform required calibration, quality control, and safety checks according to departmental standards.Recognize, document, and respond appropriately to patient concerns, changes in condition, and unexpected events.Promote an inclusive care environment by respecting and incorporating cultural, spiritual, socioeconomic, age, gender, and lifestyle differences into patient care.Support patient and family education efforts that encourage understanding, self-care, and informed decision-making.Contribute to the onboarding, training, and professional development of students, new employees, and colleagues.Maintain current knowledge of CT technology, imaging protocols, and best practices through continuous learning and professional development.Identify and report environmental, equipment, and supply-related safety concerns to support a safe clinical environment.Demonstrate CARES values through accountability, teamwork, respectful communication, continuous learning, and a commitment to superior patient outcomes.Participate in department, hospital, quality improvement, and community initiatives while supporting operational and organizational goals.Qualifications:Minimum QualificationsAssociate Degree required.Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.One of the following credential pathways is required:Certified CT TechnologistNew Mexico Computed Tomography License (NMCT) required.American Registry of Radiologic Technologists, Computed Tomography Certification (ARRT(CT)) required.ORCT Technologist in Training (Provisional Status)New Mexico Provisional Computed Tomography License (NMPCT) required.American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certification in Radiography (ARRT(R)) required.Must obtain ARRT(CT) certification and New Mexico CT licensure (NMCT) within two (2) years of obtaining the NMPCT.Additional Requirement for Provisional CT LicensureCandidates applying under the provisional pathway must meet New Mexico licensure requirements in at least one recognized medical imaging or radiation therapy discipline, such as Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or Registered Radiologist Assistant (R.R.A.), and be actively 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