Job Description
Adventist Health is seeking a Sr. CT Technologist to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging on a full-time day shift. In this onsite role, you will perform CT exams using advanced imaging technology, ensuring accurate, timely studies that support whole-person care. Responsibilities include patient assessment, safe positioning, IV contrast administration, adherence to radiation safety standards, and image review for diagnostic quality. You will collaborate with radiologists and care teams, support workflow in a fast-paced hospital setting, and embody Adventist Health's faith-based, mission-driven values of compassion, excellence, and service.
Responsibilities
- Perform high-quality CT scans according to physician orders and established protocols.
- Verify patient identity, history, and consent; explain procedures and provide compassionate care.
- Position patients safely and accurately to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
- Administer IV contrast per protocol and monitor patients for reactions or complications.
- Follow radiation safety standards and ALARA principles to minimize exposure.
- Assess images for diagnostic quality and collaborate with radiologists on additional views as needed.
- Document procedures, contrast use, and patient information accurately in the EHR and PACS/RIS.
- Support workflow by prioritizing stat and emergency cases and assisting with patient transport when needed.
- Maintain CT equipment cleanliness, readiness, and prompt reporting of malfunctions.
- Model Adventist Health's faith-based, mission-driven values in patient, family, and team interactions.
Required Skills
- Computed tomography (CT) scanning
- Patient positioning and immobilization
- Radiation safety and dose optimization
- IV contrast administration
- Emergency response in acute care setting
- PACS/RIS operation and image management
- Anatomy and pathology recognition
- Exam protocoling and adjustment
- Infection control and sterile technique
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) documentation
