Job Description
Los Alamos Medical Center seeks a CT Technologist to perform high-quality CT scans for diverse patient populations. Responsibilities include preparing and positioning patients, operating CT equipment, ensuring radiation safety, and collaborating with physicians to obtain accurate diagnostic images. The role involves maintaining detailed documentation, using PACS/EHR systems, screening and monitoring patients receiving contrast, and supporting emergency and inpatient needs. Join a compassionate, team-oriented environment with strong focus on patient care, safety, and professional growth in our community-focused hospital.
Responsibilities
- Perform and optimize CT scans according to physician orders and protocols
- Prepare, position, and educate patients to ensure safety and comfort
- Apply radiation safety standards for patients, staff, and self
- Administer or assist with contrast agents and monitor patient responses
- Evaluate image quality and adjust techniques as needed
- Document procedures and findings accurately in EHR and PACSCollaborate with radiologists, nurses, and other clinicians for coordinated care
- Maintain and troubleshoot CT equipment and exam rooms
- Follow infection control and hospital safety policies
- Support emergency, inpatient, and outpatient imaging needs as scheduled
Required Skills
- CT scan operation
- Patient positioning
- Radiation safety
- Contrast administration
- Image quality assessment
- PACS/RIS use
- Anatomy and physiology knowledge
- Infection control
- Emergency response in imaging
- Electronic health records
