CT Technologist

Job Title: CT Technologist
Location: Charleston, SC 29401
Duration: 13 weeks
Shift/Schedule: Friday–Sunday | 7:00 AM–7:30 PM | 36 hours/week | Shared call rotation: 2–3 shifts every 6 weeks
 

Job Responsibilities:

• Perform CT examinations according to established protocols under the supervision of radiologists.
• Ensure patient safety and provide age-appropriate patient care during imaging procedures.
• Obtain and verify correct orders, diagnoses, and clinical history.
• Prepare and instruct patients regarding CT procedures and obtain informed consent when required.
• Operate CT imaging equipment efficiently while minimizing repeat examinations.
• Assist radiologists with procedures as needed.
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images for interpretation.
• Communicate effectively with radiologists, patients, families, and other healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records, reports, and files.
• Assist with clinical education and supervision of student Radiologic Technologists.
• Follow radiation safety practices, including ALARA principles.
• Comply with OSHA, DHEC, FDA, TJC, hospital, and departmental policies.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and support quality and departmental improvement initiatives.
• May be required to work weekends, holidays, irregular hours, and participate in call rotation.

Requirements:

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Graduate of an accredited Allied Health program preferred.
• Completion of an accredited Computed Tomography program preferred.
• Minimum 1 year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist preferred.
• ARRT registration in Radiologic Technology required.
• ARRT CT certification/registration preferred.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification required.
• Must demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Knowledge of OSHA, DHEC, FDA, and TJC standards and regulations.
• Ability to perform CT examinations and produce satisfactory diagnostic images.
• Must be comfortable with radiation exposure, patient lifting/moving, and working in a healthcare environment.

Preferences:

• CT certification/registration through ARRT.
• Accredited CT program completion.
• Prior Radiologic Technologist experience.
• Experience teaching or supervising student technologists.
• Strong CT technical and diagnostic imaging skills.