CT Technologist: Precision Imaging & Compassionate Care

WellStar; Adairsville (GA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 63,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

Job summary

Wellstar Cobb Hospital seeks a CT Technologist to provide high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience. You will be part of a collaborative radiology team, delivering safe CT procedures, maintaining infection control, and documenting exams in RIS/PACS.

The role requires ARRT-R and ARRT-CT certifications, a radiology program background, and at least 1 year of experience, with a focus on patient comfort and safety in a day shift.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures according to department guidelines and use technical knowledge to capture high quality diagnostic images.
• Work independently operating imaging/radiographic equipment safely and adjusting techniques to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA).
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms/equipment per infection control schedules; identify and 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 clearly 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.
• 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.

Skills

CT imaging

Radiology procedures

ALARA safety

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS/PACS

Job description

Wellstar Cobb Hospital seeks a CT Technologist to provide high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience. You will be part of a collaborative radiology team, delivering safe CT procedures, maintaining infection control, and documenting exams in RIS/PACS.

The role requires ARRT-R and ARRT-CT certifications, a radiology program background, and at least 1 year of experience, with a focus on patient comfort and safety in a day shift.