What are the responsibilities and job description for the CT Technologist position at ClinLab Solutions Group?
Employment Type: PRN / Per Diem or Full-Time
About the Role
We're hiring a detail-oriented Cardiovascular CT Technologist to support cardiac clinical trials. In this role, you'll acquire high-quality cardiac imaging on research subjects in accordance with study protocols, producing the imaging data that supports trial endpoints. You'll work directly under a supervising physician / investigator and collaborate closely with the study team.
What You'll Do
- Perform cardiac CT imaging (and body CT imaging as needed) per study protocol, established clinical protocols, and protocol-specific acquisition guidelines to produce high-quality, submission-ready images
- Acquire imaging in accordance with the study imaging charter and core lab / central reader requirements
- Set appropriate scanning parameters — milliamperage, exposure time, slice thickness, cradle increment, orientation, scan field of view, etc.
- Deliver CT images to physicians and study staff via PACS and other interpretation software; enter subject data in Athena EMR and applicable study systems
- Maintain accurate source documentation to support monitoring, audits, and data queries
- Review subject medical records and interview subjects to obtain relevant history
- Explain procedures, position subjects for comfort and accuracy, and use immobilization apparatus when required
- Obtain IV access for contrast media administration per protocol, department policy, and physician order
- Perform daily QC testing, preventative maintenance, and ensure all equipment is in working order; report failures immediately
- Practice infection control and adhere to radiology safety guidelines and Good Clinical Practice (GCP)
- Educate subjects on the exam and communicate special instructions or scheduling details in advance
- Complete required documentation (logbooks, worksheets, screening forms) and maintain subject and employee confidentiality
What You'll Need
- Graduate of an accredited school of Radiologic Technology or Computed Tomography
- Completed formalized CT coursework (as part of or in addition to formal education)
- ARRT(CT) — registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists in Computed Tomography
- 1–3 years performing cardiac CT, including CT angiography of the heart and coronary arteries
- Cardiac stress testing experience
- Active Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to maintain continuing education credits as required by the certifying body
- Ability to correctly identify cardiac imaging protocols in discussion with cardiologists
- Competency in advanced protocols such as TAVR, Cardiac CTA, Gated Chest, Runoffs, Brain Perfusions, and Lung/Heart Screenings