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Gila Regional Medical Center·Silver City, New Mexico
X-Ray/ CT Technologist - PRN
The CT/Radiology Technologist performs diagnostic imaging procedures and evaluations while ensuring patient safety and quality standards. They are also responsible for maintaining equipment, managing patient records, and providing clinical instruction to students.
Description GENERAL DESCRIPTION The CT Tech/Radiology Tech is responsible for performing radiology and CT procedures and diagnostic evaluations of patients. S/he provides clinical instruction to students, follows pain management protocols, and maintains adequate records and supplies.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Performs CT and Radiology procedures and diagnostic evaluations of patient, which include a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed exposure parameters for CT or Radiology procedures according to patient age, mental, and physical status.
Assesses patient needs relevant to CT or Radiology procedures.
Stocks rooms with adequate supplies and maintains an orderly working area.
Maintains adequate records as directed to ensure safety, proper care of patients, and diagnostic quality of CT or Radiology examinations.
Maintains records and performs Quality Assurance/ Quality Control checks as needed.
Consistently uses radiation protection measures such as time, collimation, and shielding.
Follows hospital policy regarding pain management and use of restraints for patients.
Demonstrates working knowledge of the PACS and MediTech systems.
Provides clinical instruction to students, and precepts new techs.
Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION & TRAINING REQUIREMENTS Current ARRT certification Current NM State license AHA BLS certification within 3 months of hire One year Radiology experience required One year CT Tech experience preferred Willingness to cross train in other modalities highly preferred Computer proficiency required
Market context
PRN X-ray/CT technologists in New Mexico support variable patient volumes and staffing coverage, so employers commonly prioritize schedule flexibility alongside current ARRT certification, a New Mexico license, and AHA BLS certification. At least one year of radiology experience is required, while CT experience can strengthen an application; confirm your credentials and highlight CT capability. Requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving research time.