CT Technologist - Non-Cert

Southern Regional; Riverdale (GA); On-site; USD 58,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

Prime Healthcare Services is seeking a CT Technologist at Southern Regional Medical Center in Riverdale, GA. The role involves operating CT scanners and X-ray equipment to produce cross-sectional images and support diagnoses, with 8- or 10-hour shifts and flexible days.

Ideal candidates will have ARRT registry, state radiology license, BCLS, and at least one year of acute radiology experience, plus familiarity with fluoroscopy equipment and strong anatomy knowledge.

Qualifications

• One year of acute radiology experience preferred.
• Knowledge of radiographic/fluoroscopic equipment required.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology required.
• Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.
• Radiology license and fluoroscopy permit as required by State.
• CT ARRT Certification required.
• Must maintain BCLS (AHA) upon hire.
• Proficient computer skills.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and ensure proper positioning on the CT table and explain the procedure with empathy.
• Operate CT scanners and X-ray machines to obtain images and adjust settings to optimize image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
• Monitor patients throughout the procedure for comfort and safety.
• Assist radiologists and may administer contrast agents or perform certain procedures.
• Accountable for quality assurance of CT scanners and X-ray machines to ensure proper function and accurate images.
• Maintain radiologic supplies and ensure equipment is in good operating order, following infection control and hygiene protocols.
• Maintain ARRT registry status.

Skills

Radiology experience

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

Computer skills

ARRT certification

Education

ARRT-accredited program

Tools

CT scanners

X-ray machines

Fluoroscopy equipment

Job description

Overview

Employment Type:Full Time Variable shifts

Shifts Available: Variable Days

Hours:8 hour or 10 hour shifts

Location:Southern Regional Medical Center - Riverdale, GA

We are seeking aCTTechnologist,sometimes referred to asa RadiologicTechnologist II (Rad Tech).As a CT Technologistyou will specialize andbe responsible foroperating CT scanners and X-ray machines to produce cross-sectional images ofpatient’sinternal organs and tissues. You willassistin diagnosing medical conditions and the treatment plan process, by producing high-quality images that help healthcare providers make informed decisions about our patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients and ensure patients are properly positioned on theComputer Tomography (CT)table and explain the procedure to them with empathy, address any concerns or questions they may have
• Operate CT scanners and/or X-ray machines to obtain images of the targeted body parts, which may involve adjusting the CT scanner settings tooptimizeimage quality while minimizing radiation exposure, radiation safetyat all times
• Monitor our patients, as a CT Technologist ensure their comfort and safety throughout the procedure
• Assistother radiologists, as you will work closely with them, who interpret the images you produced by the CT exam you may alsoassistin administering contrast agents or perform certain procedures
• Accountable for the quality assurance of CT scanners / X-ray machines to ensure they function properly and produceaccurateimages
• Responsible formaintainingradiologic supplies, making sure the equipment is in good operating order, and following protocolsregardinginfection control and hygiene
• Maintainyour register status for the American RegistryofRadiologicTechnologists (ARRT)

Qualifications

• 1. One year of acute, clinical radiology experience is preferred.
• 2. Knowledge of mobile and stationary Radiographic / Fluoroscopic equipment is required.
• 3. Extensive knowledge of anatomy and medical terminology is required.
• 4. Graduate of a program accredited by ARRT.
• 5. Radiology license and fluoroscopy permit as required by State.
• 6. Effective 07/01/2015, CT ARRT Certification is required.
• 7. Must maintain BCLS (AHA) upon hire..
• 8. Proficient computer skills.#LI-DF2

Employment Status

Full Time

Shift

Variable

Equal Employment Opportunity

Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights:https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf