CT Technologist Where advanced imaging expertise directly shapes patient outcomes, education, and discovery.
CT Technologists at UVA Health play a vital role in one of the most dynamic clinical environments in the region.
This is a role for imaging professionals who value precision, thrive in complexity, and want their work to matter beyond the scan—supporting trauma care, specialty medicine, and the education of future clinicians.
A Career Defining CT Opportunity at UVA Health This position offers far more than routine imaging.
As part of an academic, Magnet recognized health system, you’ll practice in a CT department that supports high acuity care, cutting-edge diagnostics, and a strong teaching mission.
You’ll be trusted to work at the top of your license in a collaborative environment where excellence, safety, and continuous improvement are foundational expectations.
The Role As a CT Technologist, you will perform routine to complex CT procedures for the diagnosis of disease and injury in accordance with established protocols, under the direction of a radiologist, in a busy educational hospital setting.
Your work will include: Performing a wide variety of CT examinations in a fast-paced academic imaging department supporting trauma, inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services Operating advanced CT equipment and adhering to established protocols to consistently produce high-quality diagnostic images Preparing, positioning, and educating patients to ensure safety, comfort, and optimal imaging outcomes Establishing IV access and administering contrast media under physician direction Conducting quality assurance checks on equipment and procedure areas while ensuring all safety standards are met Collaborating closely with radiologists, physicians, nurses, residents, and fellow technologists as part of an integrated care team Supporting UVA Health’s teaching mission by instructing students and residents and serving as a preceptor as needed Assisting with supply inventory management and participating in ongoing service and process improvement initiatives An average day blends technical expertise, critical thinking, patient interaction, and teamwork.
You may support emergent trauma imaging, complex diagnostic studies, and learner education—all while contributing to a department that values professionalism, accountability, and clinical excellence.
Why UVA Health UVA Health is a nationally recognized academic medical center where imaging professionals are essential to the delivery of exceptional care.
As a CT Technologist here, you’ll benefit from: Academic Medicine at Its Best: Daily collaboration with radiologists, fellows, and residents in a true teaching hospital environment Level 1 Trauma Center Experience: Be part of a system that depends on rapid, accurate imaging to support lifesaving care Magnet Recognized Culture: Work in a setting known for collaboration, respect for clinical expertise, and professional growth Nationally Recognized Care: UVA Health University Medical Center is rated “High Performing” in multiple adult specialties and procedures by U.S.
