TECHNOLOGIST- CT

LE101 North Mississippi Medical Center, Inc; United States; On-site; USD 48,000 - 59,000; Full time

Job summary

North Mississippi Health Services is seeking a CT Technologist to review patient data and plan high-quality CT scans while ensuring safety and efficient work flow. The role requires knowledge of radiographic anatomy and teamwork within radiology.

The position emphasizes staying current with radiology advancements, administering contrast per guidelines, and mentoring other CT staff to maintain imaging quality.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology and RTR certification required.
• Maintains knowledge of radiographic anatomy and imaging protocols.
• Strong teamwork and ability to adapt to emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Review patient info, orders, and prior films to plan CT scans.
• Ensure safety for patients, staff, and equipment; manage overtime.
• Stay updated on radiology developments and imaging protocols.
• Assist and educate other CT staff to provide high-quality care.

Skills

Radiographic anatomy

Teamwork

Emergency readiness

Patient care

CT skills training

Education

Associate’s Degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

CT imaging equipment

Contrast administration

Job description

We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.

Department: 10007250 Radiology CT Scan Work Shift: .

The CT Technologist at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for reviewing patient information, charts, physician orders, and previous films to plan and perform high-quality CT scans. This role also oversees safety compliance for patients, staff, and equipment, along with managing overtime and work schedules efficiently to control costs. The technologist must also stay updated on radiology developments, possess a strong knowledge of radiographic anatomy, and work effectively within a team.

Job Duties

• Must review patient information, chart, physician order, and previous films to ensure the best possible scan plan to answer clinical questions and provide Radiologist with quality CT imaging.
• Compliance with all patient, staff and equipment safety policies.
• Manages overtime; flex hours.
• Organize work flow to prevent delays and control cost through appropriate use of supplies.
• Compliance with annual review.
• Compliance with IV and contrast injection guidelines.
• All other duties as assigned.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Keep abreast of changes in Radiology by attending classes and continuing education provided.
• Possess strong knowledge of radiographic anatomy.
• Serves patient population categories of infants, pediatrics, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics.
• Have strong team member capabilities and work with team to complete daily work schedules.
• Ability to adapt to emergency situations.
• Make decisions with win/win solutions in mind.
• Assist fellow team members as needed to provide high quality patient care.
• Teach other technologist CT skills to ensure high quality patient care and adherence to imaging protocols.
• Behavior must enhance department operations.
• Must interact with co-workers, Radiologists, other physicians and nursing service to ensure smooth day-to-day operations.

Physical Demands

• Standing: Frequently
• Walking: Frequently
• Sitting: Occasionally
• Lifting/Carrying: Frequently 50 lbs
• Pushing/Pulling: Frequently
• Climbing: Occasionally
• Balancing: Occasionally
• Stooping/Kneeling/Bending: Frequently
• Reaching/Over Head Work: Occasionally
• Grasping: Frequently
• Speaking: Frequently
• Hearing: Constantly
• Repetitive Motions: Constantly
• Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination: Frequently

Salary Range: $34.55-$43.19

Education: Associate’s Degree | Radiologic Technology |

Required Certifications: Registered Radiology Tech (RTR) - ARRT

North Mississippi Health Services is a large rural health care system with state-of-the-art facilities in Mississippi and Alabama. We have career opportunities ranging from inpatient hospital care to 70+ rural health and specialty clinics, a variety of outpatient, women’s and behavioral health services and many additional support services. Our team of over 7,000 works together every day toward our shared mission – to continuously improve the health of the people of our region.