CT Technologist - Weekend Option

Wellstar Health System; Marietta (GA); On-site; USD 55,104 - 82,656; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

PTO

Mental health support

Wellness rooms

Concierge services

CareerCare program for education

Job summary

Wellstar Health System in Marietta, Georgia is seeking a CT Technologist to deliver safe and high‑quality imaging at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. The role requires a High School Diploma, completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program, and at least one year of experience in Radiology. Key responsibilities include performing CT procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining imaging equipment. The position offers competitive hourly pay, benefits including a sign-on bonus, and a full-time schedule with weekends. Join a team that values your contributions and aims to enhance community health.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology is required.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification from the American Heart Association is mandatory.
• ARRT-R (Radiography) and ARRT-CT certifications are necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Operate imaging equipment and maintain diagnostic quality.
• Document imaging studies accurately and promptly.

Skills

CT procedures

Radiologic Technology knowledge

Patient care

Infection control practices

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Tools

Imaging equipment

Job description

How would you like to work in a place where your contributions and ideas are valued? A place where you can serve with compassion, pursue excellence and honor every voice? At Wellstar, our mission is simple, yet powerful: to enhance the health and well‑being of every person we serve. We are proud to have become a shining example of what’s possible when the brightest professionals dedicate themselves to making a difference in the healthcare industry, and in people's lives.

Work Shift

Day (United States of America)

Job Summary

The CT Technologist applies their expertise to deliver safe, high‑quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at Wellstar Kennestone Hospital. Technologists at Wellstar are respected clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team.

Education

• High School Diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program

Experience

• Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology

Certifications

• ARRT‑R (Radiography)
• ARRT‑CT – ARRT Computed Tomography

Pay

We offer competitive hourly pay with shift differential incentives.

Schedule & Incentives

• This role is eligible for a sign‑on bonus
• A full‑time position with a Friday, Saturday, Sunday 6:30 am - 7:00 pm schedule
• Benefits program that includes PTO, mental health support, wellness rooms, concierge services and more
• Access to Wellstar’s CareerCare program for fully funded education and guided career progression

Required Qualification

• BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association

Core Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures according to department guidelines, using technical knowledge to capture quality diagnostic images.
• Operate imaging equipment safely and adjust techniques to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA).
• Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms and 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, pre‑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 or 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 or restock crash cart and life‑support equipment as required.
• Organize daily workflows to meet expected timeframes; collaborate with technologists and modalities to support department flow.
• Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and escalates issues to the supervisor.