Seasonal CT Technologist - Fast-Paced Diagnostics

Community Health Systems; Poplar Bluff (MO); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

Community Health Systems is seeking a CT Technologist I for a 13-week seasonal contract. The role focuses on operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

You will prepare and position patients, collaborate with radiologists, and support interventional CT procedures as needed. Responsibilities include image reviews, documentation, contrast administration, and maintaining equipment.

Qualifications

• 1–2 years of clinical radiologic program experience required
• 2–4 years CT technologist experience in acute care hospital preferred
• Strong attention to detail and patient communication skills

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment and processing systems per protocol
• Positions patients and ensures comfort and safety during procedures
• Verifies patient information and physician orders
• Performs creatinine testing and calculates GFR when needed
• Administers contrast media and monitors for adverse reactions
• Explains procedures and provides post-exam instructions
• Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team
• Assists with interventional CT procedures (e.g., biopsies)
• Reviews images for technical accuracy and communicates findings
• Maintains CT equipment and reports malfunctions
• Responds to emergencies per facility protocols
• Maintains clean, stocked work area and adheres to safety guidelines
• Performs other duties and maintains regular attendance
• Complies with all policies and standards

Skills

CT imaging

Patient safety

Communication

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Accredited radiologic sciences program

CT certification eligibility (within 6 months)

BCLS certification

Tools

CT equipment maintenance

Imaging processing systems

Job description

Community Health Systems is seeking a CT Technologist I for a 13-week seasonal contract. The role focuses on operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and comfort.

You will prepare and position patients, collaborate with radiologists, and support interventional CT procedures as needed. Responsibilities include image reviews, documentation, contrast administration, and maintaining equipment.