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CT Technologist
Where advanced imagingexpertisedirectly 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.
ACareer DefiningCT Opportunity at UVA Health
This position offers far more than routine imaging. As part of an academic,Magnet recognizedhealth system,you'llpractice in a CT department that supportshigh acuitycare,cutting-edgediagnostics, and a strong teaching mission.You'llbe 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 injuryin accordance withestablished 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 afast-pacedacademic imaging department supporting trauma, inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services
Operating advanced CT equipment and adhering toestablishedprotocols to consistently producehigh-qualitydiagnostic images
Preparing, positioning, and educating patients to ensure safety, comfort, andoptimalimaging 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
Assistingwith supply inventory management andparticipatingin ongoing service and process improvement initiatives
An average day blends technicalexpertise, critical thinking, patient interaction, and teamwork. You may support emergent trauma imaging, complex diagnostic studies, and learnereducation-allwhile 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'llbenefitfrom:
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,accurateimaging to supportlifesavingcare
Magnet RecognizedCulture:Work in a setting known for collaboration, respect for clinicalexpertise, and professional growth
Nationally Recognized Care:UVA Health University Medical Center is rated "High Performing" in multiple adult specialties and procedures byU.S. News & World Report
NCIDesignatedCancer Center:Contribute to advanced oncologic imaging as part of one of only 70 National CancerInstitutedesignatedcancer centers in the U.S.
SystemwideImpact:UVA Health includes a leading children's hospital, three community hospitals, and an extensive outpatient network, offering depth, stability, and career mobility
Relocationassistancemay be available for qualified candidates, making it easier to join UVA Health and transition to the Charlottesville community.
Why People Love Living in Charlottesville
Charlottesville offers an exceptional quality of life for healthcare professionals seeking balance without compromise. Set against the backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains, the area provides easy access to hiking, outdoor recreation, wineries, and scenic beauty, while also offering a vibrant food scene, arts and music culture, and the energy of a university town. Witha strong senseof community, excellent schools, and a cost of living thatremainsapproachable compared to major metropolitan areas, Charlottesville is a place where clinicians can build both a meaningful career and a rewarding life outside of work.
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS
Education: Associate's Degree preferred.
Experience: None required
Licensure: Registered Radiologic Technologist through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT R.T.) required. ARRT (CT) certification required within one year of hire. American Heart Association (AHA) Health Care Provider BLS certification required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Job requires standing for prolonged periods, frequently bending/stooping, reaching (overhead, extensive, and repetitive); Repetitive motion: (computer keyboard). Proficient communicative, auditory and visual skills; Attention to detail and ability to write legibly; Ability to lift/push/pull 50 - 100lbs. May be exposed to cold, dust, noise, radiation, blood/body fluids and infectious disease.
The pay range for this role is $35.00 - $51.17 hourly. Individual compensation will be determined by the selected candidate's qualifications, previous work experience, and/or education.Benefits
Comprehensive Benefits Package: Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
Paid Time Off, Long-term and Short-term Disability, Retirement Savings
Health Saving Plans, and Flexible Spending Accounts
Certification and education support
Generous Paid Time Off
UVA Health is a world-class Magnet Recognized academic medical center and health system with a level 1 trauma center. 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report "Best Hospitals" guide rates UVA Health University Medical Center as "High Performing" in 5 adult specialties and 14 conditions/procedures. We are one of 70 National Cancer Institute designated cancer centers. UVA Health Children's is named by 2023-2024 U.S. News & World Report as the best children's hospital in Virginia with 9 specialties ranked among the best in the nation. Our footprint also encompasses 3 community hospitals and an integrated network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Charlottesville, Culpeper, Northern Virginia, and beyond.
The University of Virginia is an equal opportunity employer. All interested persons are encouraged to apply, including veterans and individuals with disabilities. Learn more about UVA's commitment to non-discrimination and equal opportunity employment.
The University of Virginia, including the UVA Health System which represents the UVA Medical Center, Schools of Medicine and Nursing, UVA Physician’s Group and the Claude Moore Health Sciences Library, are fundamentally committed to the diversity of our faculty and staff. We believe diversity is excellence expressing itself through every person's perspectives and lived experiences. We are equal opportunity and affirmative action employers. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, race, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, veteran or military status, and family medical or genetic information.
Salary : $35 - $51