Job Description

Job Title: CT / Diagnostic Technologist
Location: Council Bluffs, Iowa
Schedule: Full-Time | Night Shift | 7:00 PM–7:30 AM

This position follows a repeating three-week night-shift rotation

• Week 1: Monday, Friday, Saturday
• Week 2: Sunday, Wednesday, Thursday
• Week 3: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Pay Range: $29.35–$47.00 per hour
Sign-On Bonus: Up to $15,000
Call/Holiday Requirement: Rotating
Benefits: Full-time benefits eligible

A healthcare organization in Council Bluffs, Iowa, is seeking a CT / Diagnostic Technologist to join its Imaging team on the night shift.

The technologist will perform both CT and diagnostic X-ray examinations, producing high-quality images while maintaining patient safety, comfort, and appropriate radiation protection. This role requires strong technical skills, knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, and the ability to work effectively with patients across a range of ages, including pediatric patients.

Experienced CT Technologists are encouraged to apply, and qualified CT board-eligible technologists may also be considered

Responsibilities

• Perform diagnostic CT examinations according to established protocols
• Perform routine diagnostic radiographic examinations as needed
• Prepare and position patients correctly for CT and X-ray procedures
• Review physician orders and verify the appropriate examination
• Select appropriate imaging parameters and exposure factors
• Produce high-quality diagnostic images
• Review completed images for technical quality and completeness
• Administer contrast agents according to established protocols and scope of practice
• Monitor patients during and after contrast administration for potential reactions
• Recognize and respond appropriately to adverse contrast reactions
• Apply radiation-safety principles to minimize unnecessary exposure
• Provide clear explanations of procedures to patients and family members
• Ensure patient comfort, dignity, and safety throughout each examination
• Provide age-appropriate imaging care, including care of pediatric patients
• Maintain CT and radiographic equipment and report equipment issues as needed
• Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, physicians, and other members of the healthcare team
• Manage multiple imaging priorities in a fast-paced clinical setting
• Participate in call and holiday rotations
• Perform other imaging-related responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications

Required

• Graduate of an approved Radiologic Technology program
• ARRT registration in Radiography – RT(R)
• Current Iowa Medical Radiographer license or appropriate state license for the work location
• Strong knowledge of CT imaging principles and cross-sectional anatomy
• Ability to perform diagnostic radiographic examinations
• Strong patient-positioning and technical imaging skills
• Strong interpersonal and communication abilities
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize workflow
• Ability to work effectively with pediatric patients
• Ability to participate in call and holiday rotation

CT Certification

Candidates may qualify through one of the following pathways:

• Current ARRT certification in Computed Tomography – RT(CT), or
• Completion of required CT clinical training with CT board eligibility

CT board-eligible technologists may be considered with the expectation that ARRT(CT) certification is obtained within 12 months of hire

New technologists who require additional clinical training to become CT board eligible may also be considered, with advanced CT certification required within 12 months of completing the necessary clinical training.

BLS

• American Heart Association BLS is strongly preferred at the time of hire
• BLS must be obtained within 3 months of hire

Preferred

• At least one year of CT Technologist experience
• Graduate of an approved CT or MRI program
• Current ARRT(CT) certification
• Previous hospital-based CT experience
• Experience performing both CT and general diagnostic radiography
• Pediatric imaging experience

Incentives & Benefits

Eligible employees may receive:

• Up to $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Tuition reimbursement
• Tuition assistance
• Shift differentials and other financial incentives
• Academic sponsorship opportunities
• Free employee parking
• Comprehensive full-time benefits
• Retirement benefits
• Paid time off
• Continuing-education and professional-development opportunities

If you are a CT or Radiologic Technologist looking for a night-shift opportunity with strong financial incentives, full-time benefits, and the ability to grow your CT skills, we would love to hear from you.