CT Technologist: Trauma & Stroke Imaging Specialist

North Mississippi Health Services; Tupelo (MS); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a CT Technologist to perform high quality diagnostic CT procedures, review patient info and orders, and assist radiologists in accurate interpretation. The role emphasizes safety, ALARA principles, and efficient workflow in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will manage contrast administration, monitor for adverse reactions, coordinate with nurses and physicians, and ensure compliance with safety policies while maintaining readiness for

Qualifications

• Must be able to perform high quality CT procedures with attention to patient safety.

Responsibilities

• Review patient information, chart, physician orders, and previous films to plan scan.
• Perform high-quality CT scans for trauma, emergency, inpatient and outpatient cases.
• Comply with all patient, staff and equipment safety policies.
• Document patient information, scan details, and contrast administration in EMR/PACS.
• Prepare and educate patients about CT procedures, including contrast use and radiation safety.
• Adjust scan parameters based on patient condition and clinical indication.
• Administer IV contrast agents safely and monitor for adverse reactions.
• Provide care for patients across all acuity levels, including pediatric, geriatric, stroke, and trauma cases.
• Practice ALARA principles to minimize radiation exposure.
• Maintain readiness for high-volume, fast-paced trauma and stroke imaging scenarios.
• Work closely with radiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care.
• Troubleshoot CT equipment and report malfunctions promptly.
• Organize workflow to prevent delays in patient care.

Job description

North Mississippi Health Services in Tupelo, MS is seeking a CT Technologist to perform high quality diagnostic CT procedures, review patient info and orders, and assist radiologists in accurate interpretation. The role emphasizes safety, ALARA principles, and efficient workflow in a fast-paced hospital setting.

You will manage contrast administration, monitor for adverse reactions, coordinate with nurses and physicians, and ensure compliance with safety policies while maintaining readiness for