CT Technologist
Wellstar Health System
Summary
The CT Technologist applies their expertise to deliver safe, high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at Cobb Hospital. Technologists at Wellstar are respected clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team.
Job description
Job Summary
The CT Technologist applies their expertise to deliver safe, high-quality imaging and a supportive patient experience at Cobb Hospital. Technologists at Wellstar are respected clinical professionals and essential members of a collaborative care team.
Core Responsibilities
- Perform CT procedures according to department guidelines, using technical knowledge to capture quality diagnostic images
- Work independently operating imaging or radiographic equipment safely and adjusting techniques to maintain diagnostic quality at the lowest reasonable dose (ALARA)
- Clean, disinfect, and maintain rooms or equipment per infection control schedules; identify and report equipment issues promptly
- Obtain clinical history and screen for contraindications; verify orders and two unique patient identifiers before any exam
- Explain procedures, prep, and post-care clearly using AIDET; address questions and reduce patient anxiety
- Ensure patient comfort, privacy, and safety; provide age-appropriate care throughout the visit
- Perform exams and administer contrast per protocol, using venipuncture and sterile technique when applicable
- Position patients correctly and apply markers, shielding, and immobilization as indicated
- Review images for diagnostic acceptability; repeat or correct as needed and release patients appropriately
- Complete accurate, timely documentation and ensure studies are correctly finalized in RIS/PACS (including transfers/retrieval, CDs, and prior exam retrieval as needed)
- Monitor patient condition, respond to emergencies, and help maintain and restock crash cart and life-support equipment as required
- Organize daily workflows to meet expected timeframes; collaborate with technologists/modalities to support department flow
- Support operations and compliance, keep areas orderly and stocked, transport patients safely, complete charging/clerical tasks, follow regulatory requirements, and escalate issues to the supervisor
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
- Minimum 1 year experience in Radiology
- ARRT-R (Radiography)
- ARRT-CT (Computed Tomography)
- BLS (Basic Life Support) – American Heart Association
Benefits
- Sign-On Bonus
- Relocation Assistance
- Paid Time Off
- Mental Health Support
- Wellness Rooms
- Concierge Services
- Fully Funded Education
- Career Progression Support
- Shift Differential
Company overview
Wellstar Health System is one of Georgia's largest and most comprehensive integrated healthcare systems, founded in 1993 and headquartered in Marietta, Georgia. As a non-profit health system, Wellstar operates with a mission to enhance the health and well-being of every person it serves through its PeopleCare approach. The system employs approximately 29,469 to 33,000 team members across multiple hospitals, health parks, medical offices, outpatient centers, pediatric centers, nursing facilities, and hospice and home care services. Wellstar is nationally recognized for operating Georgia's largest integrated trauma network and features the second-largest Emergency Department in the United States. The organization provides more than $1 billion annually in charity care and community programs, demonstrating its commitment to community health. Wellstar has earned numerous accolades including recognition on Fortune's 100 Best Companies to Work For, Best Workplaces in Health Care, and PEOPLE Companies that Care lists. The system embraces innovation through its venture firm Catalyst by Wellstar, which nurtures early-stage healthcare companies, and maintains academic partnerships with institutions like the Medical College of Georgia for caregiver training. With specialties spanning cardiovascular care, oncology, women's health, pediatrics, musculoskeletal services, and numerous other medical disciplines, Wellstar delivers comprehensive healthcare across all stages of life.