Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Collier County, Florida
Operate CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety and adherence to protocols. Collaborate with radiologists to deliver accurate results and assist with interventional procedures like biopsies.
Job Title: CT Technologist
Our Benefits: Up to $10,000 student loan repayment
401(k) with match, health, dental, vision, and life insurance
Paid time off PTO
Position Type: Full Time
Location: 8300 Collier Blvd, Naples, FL 34114
Shift: 10am-6:30pm
Schedule: Monday-Friday
Work with a high-performing team managing everything from time-critical Comprehensive Stroke protocols to complex, high-acuity diagnostic scans.
Expand your expertise utilizing advanced CT technology, high-level stroke imaging, 3D post-processing, and advanced cardiac CT.
Lead the way in a high-tech environment where your technical expertise and split-second decisions are highly valued by the physician team.
Live where people vacation! Balance your career with Southwest Florida’s white-sand beaches, world-class dining, and endless outdoor recreation.
The CT Technologist I is responsible for operating CT equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and adherence to established protocols. This role involves preparing and positioning patients, maintaining equipment, and collaborating with radiologists and healthcare team members to deliver accurate and timely diagnostic results. Strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a commitment to patient-centered care are essential for success in this position.
Essential Functions
Operates CT equipment and processing systems to produce high-quality diagnostic images, ensuring compliance with departmental protocols and standards.
Prepares and positions patients appropriately for CT procedures, using suitable positioning and immobilization techniques based on patient needs and comfort.
Ensures accurate patient identification, verifies physician orders, and screens patients for contraindications to the examination.
Performs point-of-care creatinine testing and calculates GFR when required for contrast studies. Documents results and adheres to contrast administration protocols.
Administers contrast media as ordered, following safety protocols. Monitors patients for adverse reactions and responds appropriately.
Explains procedures clearly to patients, addressing questions to alleviate fear and anxiety, and provides instructions during and after the exam.
Collaborates with radiologists and healthcare team members to ensure accurate, timely, and patient-centered care.
Assists with interventional CT procedures such as biopsies or drain placements, including sterile field setup and patient support.
Reviews images for technical accuracy, presents completed studies to the radiologist, and communicates findings to relevant healthcare team members as needed.
Documents patient clinical history and correlates it with imaging studies to support accurate diagnostic interpretation.
Maintains and performs regular quality control checks on CT equipment, reporting any malfunctions promptly to ensure optimal functionality.
Responds to emergency situations, including contrast reactions or urgent imaging needs, in accordance with facility protocols.
Maintains a clean, organized, and fully stocked work area by monitoring supply levels and ensuring CT equipment is ready for use.
Adheres to safety protocols, including the use of personal protective equipment, and follows all infection control and radiation safety guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Requires 1-2 years of clinical experience from an accredited radiologic sciences program and a state license as a Radiologic Technologist. CT certification or eligibility and BCLS are required, with ARRT preferred.
Market context
Florida employers commonly look for CT technologists who are ARRT (CT) registered, hold a current Florida General Radiographer license, and have BLS/CPR plus clinical experience. This role is competitive because facilities often want candidates who can step into imaging workflows with minimal onboarding, and the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save you research time. Before applying, confirm your Florida license status and clinical experience align with the posting.
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