Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

CT Technologist 1

Diagnostics & Laboratory ProfessionalsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeFort Wayne, IN, USANo salary listedIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

One to two years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic sciences program.
Proficiency in operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols.
Skills in preparing and positioning patients accurately for CT scans, including using safety lifts and/or additional personnel for patient transfers.
Competence in maintaining CT equipment and ensuring its proper functioning.
Ability to collaborate effectively with radiologists and healthcare team members.
Knowledge of aseptic, surgical, and radiologic techniques.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and deliver accurate results under minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and organizational skills for maintaining accurate documentation and image quality.
A state-applicable Radiologic Technologist license is required.
Computed Tomography certification or eligibility to obtain it within six months of hire is required.
Basic Life Support certification within 90 days of hire is required.

Responsibilities

Operate CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images in compliance with departmental protocols and standards.
Prepare and position patients for CT procedures using appropriate positioning and immobilization techniques based on patient needs and comfort.
Ensure accurate patient identification, verify physician orders, and screen patients for examination contraindications.
Perform point-of-care creatinine testing and calculate glomerular filtration rate when required for contrast studies; document results and follow contrast administration protocols.
Administer contrast media as ordered, follow safety protocols, monitor patients for adverse reactions, and respond appropriately.
Explain procedures to patients, answer questions, alleviate fear and anxiety, and provide instructions during and after examinations.
Collaborate with radiologists and healthcare team members to provide accurate, timely, and patient-centered care.
Assist with interventional CT procedures such as biopsies or drain placements, including sterile-field setup and patient support.
Review images for technical accuracy, present completed studies to the radiologist, and communicate findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
Document patient clinical history and correlate it with imaging studies to support accurate diagnostic interpretation.
Perform regular quality-control checks on CT equipment and report malfunctions promptly.
Respond to emergency situations, including contrast reactions and urgent imaging needs, in accordance with facility protocols.
Maintain a clean, organized, and fully stocked work area by monitoring supplies and ensuring CT equipment is ready for use.
Follow personal protective equipment, infection-control, radiation-safety, and other facility safety protocols.
Maintain regular and reliable attendance and comply with all policies and standards.

Desired Qualifications

Two to four years of experience as a CT Technologist in an acute-care hospital setting.
Registered Radiologic Technologist certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonography.

Job Summary

The CT Technologist I is responsible for operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to established protocols. This role involves preparing and positioning patients, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with radiologists and healthcare team members to deliver accurate and timely diagnostic results. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential for success in this position.

Essential Functions

Operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensuring compliance with departmental protocols and standards.
Prepares and positions patients appropriately for CT procedures, using suitable positioning and immobilization techniques based on patient needs and comfort.
Ensures accurate patient identification, verifies physician orders, and screens patients for contraindications to the examination.
Performs point-of-care creatinine testing and calculates GFR when required for contrast studies. Documents results and adheres to contrast administration protocols.
Administers contrast media as ordered, following safety protocols. Monitors patients for adverse reactions and responds appropriately.
Explains procedures clearly to patients, addressing questions to alleviate fear and anxiety, and provides instructions during and after the exam.
Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team members to ensure accurate, timely, and patient-centered care.
Assists with interventional CT procedures such as biopsies or drain placements, including sterile field setup and patient support.
Reviews images for technical accuracy, presents completed studies to the radiologist, and communicates findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
Documents patient clinical history and correlates it with imaging studies to support accurate diagnostic interpretation.
Maintains and performs regular quality control checks on CT equipment, reporting any malfunctions promptly to ensure optimal functionality.
Responds to emergency situations, including contrast reactions or urgent imaging needs, in accordance with facility protocols.
Maintains a clean, organized, and fully stocked work area by monitoring supply levels and ensuring CT equipment is ready for use.
Adheres to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment, and follows all infection control and radiation safety guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

1-2 years of clinical experience acquired through an accredited radiologic sciences program required
2-4 years of experience as a CT Technologist in an acute care hospital setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Proficiency in operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images.
Ability to ensure patient safety and comfort while adhering to established protocols.
Skills in preparing and positioning patients accurately for CT scans, including using safety lifts and/or additional personnel for patient transfers.
Competence in maintaining CT equipment and ensuring its proper functioning.
Ability to collaborate effectively with radiologists and healthcare team members.
Knowledge of aseptic, surgical, and radiologic techniques.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills to interact effectively with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, prioritize tasks, and deliver accurate results under minimal supervision.
Attention to detail and organizational skills for maintaining accurate documentation and image quality.

Licenses and Certifications

Licensed Radiologic Technologist as applicable by state required
CT - Computed Tomography certification or eligibility to obtain within six (6) months of hire required
BCLS - Basic Life Support within 90 days of hire required
(R) ARDMS or ARRT - Radiographer preferred

About the Company

Community Health Systems

Operates acute care hospitals nationwide

Community Health Systems operates general acute care hospitals across 14 states, owning or leasing 71 facilities to deliver healthcare outside urban centers. Its main business is running hospital networks and providing medical and surgical services to patients, funded by payments from patients, insurers, and government programs like Medicare and Medicaid. The company also offers management services to its affiliates through a professional services corporation. Its workflow centers on developing and operating healthcare delivery systems, supporting a wide range of needs from emergency care to specialized treatments. The goal is to help people get well and live healthier by providing accessible non-urban and suburban hospital-based care while navigating a regulated, competitive US healthcare market.

Company size: 5,001-10,000
Company stage: IPO
Headquarters: Franklin, TN
Founded: 1985

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