CT Technologist - Radiology CT - Emergency Department Expansion - Multiple Shifts

UAB Medicine; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 67,000 - 109,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Educational assistance

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Wellness programs

Paid parental leave

PSLF eligible

Job summary

UAB Medicine is expanding its Emergency Department and seeking a radiologic technologist to perform CT procedures under radiologist supervision. The role requires ARRT RT (R) registration or NMTCB certification, and one year of general radiography experience is preferred.

Expect a full-time schedule with day and night shifts, including weekends, and a comprehensive benefits package for eligible positions. Training and PSLF-qualifying opportunities are highlighted by the employer.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a Radiography program accredited by ARRT-acceptable mechanism.
• One year general radiography experience preferred.
• Current ARRT RT (R) registration or NMTCB certification required.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures under radiologist supervision with independent judgment.
• Operate CT equipment and ensure image quality meets prescribed protocols.

Skills

CT imaging procedures

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT Registered RT (R)

NMTCB Nuclear Medicine Technologist certification

BLS Certification (AHA)

Job description

Position Overview

Pay range: $32.25 - $52.40 / hour

Shifts: full-time and AM and PM, weekends AM and PM

Schedules: 7 a.m.-7 p.m., 7 p.m.-7 a.m.

Benefits and perks available for eligible positions include: robust educational assistance programs, generous paid time off, employee assistance and wellness programs, paid parental leave, qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Program, plus more.

Job Highlights

We are expanding our Emergency Department (ED) at UAB Hospital, Alabama's first ACS-verified Level I Adult Trauma Center, and we're hiring additional team members. As one of the largest emergency departments in the country, this expansion will include 115+ treatment and triage spaces, more than doubling our capacity as well as a 30-bed inpatient observation unit. The new space was designed with staff input and will have new equipment and features, including dedicated technology like CT scanners, X-ray machines, and echo ultrasound, along with a ceiling lift for bariatric patients, enhanced security, and a streamlined teleadmission process.
If you're ready to help shape the future of emergency care at UAB Medicine, we want you to join our team. By applying for this role, you are indicating your interest in an opportunity at UAB Hospital's ED, where you may have the opportunity to work in the new addition. Due to the nature of construction timelines, your start date could be between now and August 2026.

Job Description

Under the direction of a radiologist and the CT supervisor, to perform CT procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. To perform a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to render prescribed CT procedures.

Qualifications

Graduate from a Radiography program accredited by a mechanism acceptable to the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required. One (1) year experience in general radiography preferred. Work experience may NOT substitute for education requirement. Currently registered as a Registered Radiologic Technologist (RT) (R) with ARRT or currently certified as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). Candidate will have one (1) year from hire date to become registered in Computed Tomography (CT) from ARRT or obtain CT designation from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB). Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) is required or should be obtained within 30 days of employment.

Why Work at UAB Medicine

We are UAB Medicine, Alabama's largest and most comprehensive health system, recognized nationally for delivering world-class patient care, pioneering research, and cutting-edge medical education. We proudly serve more than 1.2 million patients each year - from every county in Alabama, all 50 states, and many countries around the world. Our network spans numerous hospitals, emergency departments, many other sites of care, and a team of over 2,000 physicians. Our key facilities include UAB Hospital - ranked the No. 1 hospital in Alabama by U.S. News & World Report and home to the state’s first ACS-verified Level I adult trauma center and only Magnet-designated hospital - along with UAB Hospital-Callahan Eye and five UAB St. Vincent's hospitals serving central Alabama.

UAB Medicine offers careers across a wide range of practice environments, from our internationally renowned academic medical center and award-winning community hospitals to our primary and specialty care clinics across the state. Whether you're seeking the fast-paced learning environment of a tertiary care setting or the close-knit environment of a community facility, there's a place for you on our team where you can become part of a mission-driven organization committed to delivering life-changing care. With nearly every medical specialty represented and unlimited opportunities for growth, you'll find the right fit for your skills and career goals. We care for you by offering comprehensive, industry-leading benefit packages to support the individual preferences and circumstances of our diverse staff