Specialty Imaging Technologist - CT Scan

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada (UMC); Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Benefits package

Job summary

A leading medical facility in Las Vegas seeks a Specialty Imaging Technologist for CT Scan. This full-time position entails performing diagnostic exams and utilizing specialized imaging equipment. Candidates should have completed an approved Radiologic Technology Program and hold a valid State license. Additionally, expertise in Computed Tomography and effective communication skills are required. The facility provides a competitive salary and benefits package to support its mission of delivering top-tier medical care.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• State of Nevada License in Radiology.
• Valid American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) Registered in Radiography.
• BLS certification accepted by AHA.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic exams in mammography and computed tomography.
• Utilize specialized techniques and equipment for diagnostic evaluations.
• Ensure patient safety and quality assurance measures.
• Collaborate in trauma imaging workflows.

Skills

Computed Tomography expertise

Diagnostic evaluation

Aseptic techniques

Patient positioning

Effective communication

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

Specialized imaging equipment

Computers and scanning software

Job description

Specialty Imaging Technologist - CT Scan

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Position Summary

Performs diagnostic exams on patients in the specialized areas of mammography, computed tomography, and special procedures. Uses specialized equipment, techniques, and/or computer programs to perform the work.

Compensation & Benefits

Employers offer a pension plan (Nevada PERS) and a competitive salary and benefits package.

As an academic medical center with a rich history of providing life‑saving treatment in Southern Nevada, UMC serves as the anchor hospital of the Las Vegas Medical District, offering Nevada’s highest level of care to promote successful medical outcomes for patients.

We are home to Nevada's ONLY Level I Trauma Center, Designated Pediatric Trauma Center, Burn Care Center, and Transplant Center. We are a Pathway Designated facility by ANCC, and we are on our journey to Magnet status.

Education & Experience

Successful completion of an AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program.

Licensing & Certification Requirements

State of Nevada License in Radiology. Valid American Registry of Radiology Technologists (ARRT) Registered in Radiography; National Certification in specialty area such as Computed Tomography or Angiography. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification accepted by the American Heart Association (AHA).

Additional Position Requirements

• Valid State of Nevada License in Radiology;
• Valid American Registry of Radiology Technologist (ARRT) Registered in Computed Tomography;
• Previous 3 (three) years experience in performing CT exams in a Trauma setting;
• CT interventional exams on patients.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements

Procedures and protocols associated with area of assignment; specialized equipment used in area of assignment; radiography protocols and procedures; quality assurance and quality control measures; personal computers; anatomy and physiology of the human body; contrast application and contrast reaction symptoms; venipuncture techniques; department and hospital safety practices and principles; patient rights; age specific patient care practices; infection control policies and practices; handling, storage, use and disposal of hazardous materials; department and hospital emergency response policies and procedures.

Utilizing computers and specialized application software for scanning and diagnostic evaluation; utilizing specialized equipment and techniques for diagnostic evaluation; applying aseptic techniques; positioning patients properly to maximize results; communicating with a wide variety of people from diverse socio‑economic and ethnic backgrounds; establishing and maintaining effective working relationships with all personnel contacted in the course of duties; efficient, effective and safe use of equipment.

Mobility to work in a typical clinical setting and use standard equipment, stamina to remain standing and/or walk for extended periods of time, vision to read printed materials and VDT screens, hearing and speech to communicate effectively in-person and over the telephone. Strength and agility to exert up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this classification.

Job Details

Seniority level: Mid‑Senior level.

Employment type: Full‑time.

Job function: Health Care Provider.

Industry: Hospitals and Health Care.