The Cat Scan Technician provides computed tomography imaging services while ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the procedure. They are responsible for preparing equipment, administering contrast media, and analyzing image quality to ensure accurate diagnostic results.
Requirements summary
Candidates must hold a two-year certificate, Associate’s, or Baccalaureate degree and possess a current Radiation Operator Certificate in Tennessee. Additionally, registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology and Computed Tomography and BLS certification are required.
Southern TN Regional Health System – Pulaski is part of Lifepoint Health [https://lifepointhealth.net/locations], a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Cat Scan Technician joining our team, you’re embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
How you’ll contribute
A Cat Scan Technician who excels in this role
Provides computed tomography (CT) imaging in accordance with applicable scope and standards of practice. Reports to the Director of Radiology and/or Supervisor
Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
Prepares equipment and supplies.
Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
Why join us
We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:
Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Short-term disability
Long-term disability
Life insurance
Tuition assistance
Vision coverage
Company match
Loan assistance
401(k) retirement package
Virtual care appointments
Mental health services
Paid family leave
Accident insurance
Hospital indemnity insurance
Critical illness insurance
Gym memberships
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
What we’re looking for
Education
Two-year certificate, Associate’s degree, or Baccalaureate degree.
Licenses/Certifications
Current Radiation Operator Certificate in Tennessee; registered with the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology and Computed Tomography; BLS required.
More about Southern TN Regional Health System - Pulaski
STRHS – Pulaski is part of the Southern Tennessee Regional Health System, a regional network of hospitals and healthcare services serving communities in southern Tennessee. The Pulaski campus provides inpatient and outpatient services to Giles County and the surrounding area at its 95-bed, Joint Commission-accredited acute care facility and physician practices.
EEOC Statement
“Southern TN Regional Health System – Pulaski is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Southern TN Regional Health System – Pulaski is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.”
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
