Cardiac CT Technologist
Company: CHI Memorial Chattanooga
Location: Chattanooga
Posted on: January 14, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Job Summary and Responsibilities As a Cardiac CT
Technologist, you will perform specialized cardiac imaging
procedures with precision and care, providing critical diagnostic
information for patient treatment. Every day you will expertly
operate advanced CT equipment, meticulously position patients,
administer contrast media, and produce high-quality cardiac images
while ensuring patient comfort and safety. To be successful, you
will demonstrate outstanding technical expertise, strong attention
to detail, and a calm, compassionate demeanor, contributing to
accurate diagnoses and excellent patient outcomes. - Prepare
patients by obtaining history, explaining procedures, placing IV
access, and ensuring proper heart rate and rhythm control when
indicated. - Accurately time and administer intravenous contrast to
optimize coronary artery and cardiac chamber opacification. -
Operate CT equipment with ECG-gating and adjust technical
parameters for image quality and radiation dose optimization. -
Monitor patient condition, vital signs, and comfort throughout the
procedure, intervening when necessary. - Process studies using
advanced post-processing software (MPR, MIP, 3D rendering,
functional analysis) for physician review. - Collaborate with
cardiologists, radiologists, and referring providers to ensure
clinical questions are addressed. Job Requirements Required - High
School Graduate, upon hire and - High School GED, upon hire -
Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT, upon hire and - Basic
Life Support - CPR, upon hire Where You'll Work CHI Memorial, a
member of CommonSpirit, is an award-winning, not-for-profit,
faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing
ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of
Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from
preventative and primary care to acute hospital services
specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and
orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top
prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report,
PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of
the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve
Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of
4,700 team members and nearly 500 affiliated physicians. Pay Range
$27.97 - $41.60 /hour
Keywords: CHI Memorial Chattanooga, Chattanooga , Cardiac CT Technologist, Healthcare , Chattanooga, Tennessee
