CT Technologist

Job Description Job Description Position: CT Technologist – Durham VAMC
Solvet Services, LLC, is an SBA-Certified Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business, providing staffing solutions to federal and local healthcare systems. We recruit and place physicians, advanced-practice providers, allied health and nursing personnel, on short-term and long-term assignments nationwide.
Location: Durham VA Medical Center (VAMC), 508 Fulton Street Durham, NC 27705-3875
Schedule: Day, Night, and Weekend Shifts (rotating as needed)
Employment Type: Full-Time / Part-Time (as applicable)
Position Summary
The Durham VA Medical Center is seeking a qualified and dedicated Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist to provide high-quality diagnostic imaging services for our Veteran population. The CT Technologist performs routine and advanced CT procedures while ensuring patient safety, comfort, and diagnostic accuracy. This role requires flexibility to support day, night, weekend, and holiday coverage as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
Key Responsibilities
Perform CT examinations according to established protocols, physician orders, and VA standards
Verify patient identity, review clinical history, and ensure exam appropriateness
Operate CT scanners and related imaging equipment to produce high-quality diagnostic images
Administer contrast media as prescribed, observing proper safety and monitoring procedures
Maintain strict adherence to radiation safety principles (ALARA) and infection control policies
Monitor patients during procedures and respond to changes in condition
Accurately document procedures and patient information in the electronic medical record (EMR)
Collaborate with radiologists, physicians, nurses, and other technologists to ensure timely diagnostic services
Participate in quality assurance, equipment troubleshooting, and performance improvement activities
Comply with VA policies, Joint Commission standards, and federal regulations
Provide coverage for day, night, weekend, and holiday shifts as required
Required Qualifications
ARRT Certification in Computed Tomography (CT) – required
Graduate of an accredited radiologic technology program
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Knowledge of CT anatomy, protocols, and radiation dose optimization
Ability to work independently and in a fast-paced clinical environment
Strong communication skills and commitment to patient-centered care
Preferred Qualifications
Prior experience performing CT scans in an acute-care or hospital setting
Experience working within a federal healthcare system or with Veteran populations
Familiarity with VA electronic health record systems (CPRS/VistA preferred)
Physical & Work Requirements
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods
Ability to lift, move, and assist patients with or without reasonable accommodation
Work in a healthcare environment with exposure to ionizing radiation and medical equipment