Specialty Imaging Technologist - CT Scan

University Medical Center; Las Vegas (NV); On-site; USD 47,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid pension

Competitive benefits

Job summary

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada is seeking a Specialty Imaging Technologist - CT Scan for our Las Vegas campus. You will perform diagnostic CT exams using specialized equipment, ensuring optimal image quality and patient safety in a busy radiology department.

Required qualifications include an AMA-approved Radiologic Technology Program, NV Radiology licensure, ARRT registration in Radiography, and ARRT CT certification or equivalent, plus BLS.

Qualifications

• AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program.
• State of Nevada License in Radiology.
• ARRT Registered in Radiography; National CT/Angiography Certification.
• BLS certification accepted by AHA.

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic CT exams in the CAT scan area using specialized equipment and protocols.
• Ensure patient safety, comfort, and optimal image quality.
• Adhere to radiology department procedures and safety guidelines.
• Collaborate with radiologists and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

CT Imaging

Radiology Knowledge

Patient Care

Team Communication

Safety Protocols

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology Program

Tools

Medical Imaging Equipment

CT Scanners

Job description

Specialty Imaging Technologist - CT Scan

Salary: $34.85 - $54.02 Hourly

Location: 1800 West Charleston Blvd, Las Vegas, NV

Job Type: Full Time

Job Number: 26-SITCTS

Department: RADIOLOGY - CAT SCAN - 7145

Opening Date: 05/29/2026

Closing Date: Continuous

Position Summary

EMPLOYER-PAID PENSION PLAN (NEVADA PERS) COMPETITIVE SALARY & 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.

UMC is a Level I Trauma Center, home of the ONLY Verified Burn Center, and Transplant Center. In 2026, we became the FIRSTand ONLYMagnet®-Recognized hospital in the state, reflecting UMC's nursing professionalism, teamwork, and superiority in patient care.

THIS POSITION MAY CLOSE WITHOUT NOTICE ONCE A SUFFICIENT NUMBER OF QUALIFIED APPLICATIONS IS RECEIVED

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.

Job Requirement

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

Preferences will be given to applicants who document the following:

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

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, and Physical Requirements

Knowledge of: 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.

Skill in: 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.

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions: 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.#LI-SS1

Employer

University Medical Center of Southern Nevada

Address

University Medical Center of Southern NevadaLas Vegas, Nevada, 89102