CT Technologist - Weeknight Shifts with Benefits & Growth

Community Health Systems; Longview (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Educational Reimbursement

401K

Sofi Program

Career Growth

Shift Differentials

Job summary

Community Health Systems seeks a CT Technologist II to join the Longview Regional team for night shifts Monday–Thursday. You will perform advanced CT imaging, ensure patient safety, and support contrast administration in a high-quality radiology service.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, monitoring for adverse reactions, and assisting with interventional CT procedures under radiologist supervision. A strong focus on ALARA and RIS/EMR documentation is required.

Qualifications

• 2–4 years of clinical experience from an accredited radiologic sciences program is required.
• 3–5 years of experience as a CT Technologist in an acute care hospital setting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT imaging procedures accurately and efficiently following established protocols to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
• Prepares patients for CT exams, screens for contraindications, records medical history, and ensures proper positioning.
• Verifies patient identity and physician orders; screens for contraindications.
• Explains procedures clearly to patients and provides instructions during and after exams.
• Administers contrast media per hospital policy and monitors for adverse reactions.
• Uses I-Stat to test creatinine and calculate GFR when needed for contrast studies and documents results.
• Assists in interventional CT procedures, including biopsies and drain placements, with sterile technique.
• Responds to emergencies related to contrast or patient condition, following protocols.
• Adheres to ALARA principles and uses shielding to minimize radiation exposure.
• Performs quality control checks on CT equipment and troubleshoots minor issues.
• Reviews imaging orders and patient history to ensure correct procedures; records data in RIS/EMR.
• Maintains organized, stocked work area and ensures CT equipment is ready for use.
• Collaborates with radiologists and vendors to update CT protocols; trains staff on best practices.
• Mentors CT staff and supports continuous improvement.

Skills

CT imaging

Radiation safety

Patient care

Emergency response

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited radiologic sciences program

CT Technologist certification (ARRT)

Tools

PACS

RIS

EMR

Job description

Community Health Systems seeks a CT Technologist II to join the Longview Regional team for night shifts Monday–Thursday. You will perform advanced CT imaging, ensure patient safety, and support contrast administration in a high-quality radiology service.

Responsibilities include preparing patients, monitoring for adverse reactions, and assisting with interventional CT procedures under radiologist supervision. A strong focus on ALARA and RIS/EMR documentation is required.