CT Technologist - Patient-Focused Imaging Lead (Day Shift)

WellStar; Lilburn (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits program including PTO, mental

Health and wellness support

Job summary

Wellstar is seeking a CT Technologist to deliver high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at Cobb Hospital. You will perform CT procedures, ensure patient safety, and maintain diagnostic image quality while keeping radiation exposure ALARA.

Join a collaborative care team with opportunities for growth, a competitive benefits program, and day shift hours. Eligible for sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
• Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology
• ARRT-R (Radiography)
• ARRT-CT - ARRT Computed Tomography
• BLS (Basic Life Support) - American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures according to department guidelines, capture quality diagnostic images.
• Operate imaging/radiographic equipment safely and adjust techniques to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA).
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms/equipment per infection control schedules; report equipment issues promptly.
• Obtain clinical history and screen for contraindications; verify orders and two unique patient identifiers before any exam.
• Explain procedures, prep, and post-care using AIDET; address questions and reduce patient anxiety.
• Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; provide age-appropriate care throughout the visit.
• Perform exams and administer contrast per protocol, using venipuncture and sterile technique when applicable.
• Position patients correctly and apply markers, shielding, and immobilization as indicated.
• Review images for diagnostic acceptability; repeat/correct as needed and release patients appropriately.
• Complete accurate, timely documentation and ensure studies are correctly finalized in RIS/PACS (including transfers/retrieval, CDs, and prior exam retrieval as needed).
• Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and help maintain/restock crash cart and life-support equipment as required.
• Organize daily workflows to meet expected timeframes; collaborate with technologists/modalities to support department flow.
• Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete charging/clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and elevate issues to the supervisor.

Job description

Wellstar is seeking a CT Technologist to deliver high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at Cobb Hospital. You will perform CT procedures, ensure patient safety, and maintain diagnostic image quality while keeping radiation exposure ALARA.

Join a collaborative care team with opportunities for growth, a competitive benefits program, and day shift hours. Eligible for sign-on bonus and relocation assistance.