CT Technologist - Night Shift with Tuition Reimbursement

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Certification support

Staff safety badge

Shift differentials

Malpractice insurance

Loan forgiveness

Epic charting system

Job summary

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Socorro, NM, is seeking a CT Technologist to perform and format CT scans, verify orders, and educate patients. The role includes documentation, follow-up calls, and assisting physicians during procedures to ensure safety and accuracy.

The position emphasizes credentialing with NMCT and ARRT CT, along with a plan for licensure within two to five years, and ongoing professional development opportunities within a large health system.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree Required.
• Current BLS is required.
• Certified CT Technologist
• NM Computed Tomography License (NMCT)
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists – Computed Tomography certification (ARRT(CT))
• ORCT Technologist in Training/Provisional Status
• NM 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 discipline (e.g., Radiography, Nuclear Medicine, Radiation Therapy, or Registered Radiologist Assistant) and be pursuing an approved CT certification pathway.

Responsibilities

• Schedules, performs and formats all types of C.T. scans.
• Verifies patient name and procedure to be performed before scanning.
• Verifies exam order by reviewing patient chart or verbal order with outpatient.
• Educates patient prior to scanning procedure explaining the procedure and answering patient questions.
• Provides written documentation of procedures performed and patient history pertaining to scan performed.
• Also does patient follow up by phone when required (e.g. biopsy patients, abscess drainage, etc.).
• Assists physician during special procedures; set up and maintain sterile trays and equipment.
• Anticipates any equipment and/or supply needs during procedures.
• Maintains established department policies, procedures, objectives and quality assurance, safety.
• Assists in maintaining upkeep of department and equipment - including ordering and stocking supplies when necessary.
• Attends section staff meetings, pertinent inservices, workshops and/or seminars for continuing education to enhance professional growth and development.
• Become eligible for taking C.T. Registry within 2 years from date of hire.
• Recommend becoming C.T. Registered within 5 years from date of hire.

Education

Associate Degree

BLS Certification

Certified CT Technologist

NM Computed Tomography License (NMCT)

ARRT CT Certification

ORCT Technologist in Training/Provisional Status

NM Computed Tomography Provisional License (NMPCT)

ARRT(R) Certification

Job description

Presbyterian Healthcare Services in Socorro, NM, is seeking a CT Technologist to perform and format CT scans, verify orders, and educate patients. The role includes documentation, follow-up calls, and assisting physicians during procedures to ensure safety and accuracy.

The position emphasizes credentialing with NMCT and ARRT CT, along with a plan for licensure within two to five years, and ongoing professional development opportunities within a large health system.