Diagnostic CT Technologist

Akicita Federal is hiring Diagnostic Radiology Technologists – Computed Tomography (DRT-CT) to deliver critical diagnostic imaging services for the Indian Health Service's Northern Navajo Medical Center (NNMC) in Shiprock, New Mexico. NNMC is a 60-bed inpatient facility serving approximately 40,000 Emergency Department patients annually, and its Diagnostic Radiology Department performs over 60,000 imaging studies per year — your work directly supports the health of Navajo Nation communities across the region. This is a high-impact, full-coverage role spanning inpatient, outpatient, ED, ICU, and surgical service lines.

- Perform diagnostic CT scanning and plain film radiography across all clinical service lines, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency, ICU, and surgical settings

- Provide CT imaging support in emergency and trauma situations within a Level 4 Trauma-designated Emergency Department

- Deliver intraoperative and fluoroscopic imaging support during surgical procedures

- Consult with radiologists and clinical staff on imaging protocols to ensure optimal diagnostic outcomes

- Complete all required clinical documentation accurately and in a timely manner following each imaging encounter

- Adhere strictly to radiation safety standards and infection control protocols throughout all imaging activities

- Maintain readiness to cover assigned shifts consistently, supporting a department managing a critical staffing vacancy rate of over 50%

What sets candidates apart:

- Prior experience working in a federal healthcare facility, tribal health program, or Indian Health Service setting

- Experience in a high-volume trauma or Level 4 (or higher) trauma-designated Emergency Department

- Background supporting ICU or surgical/operative imaging cases in addition to standard radiology workflows

- Familiarity with IHS credentialing processes and federal healthcare compliance standards

- Experience working in rural or underserved community health environments, particularly in the Southwest

About Akicita FederalAkicita Federal is a Native American-owned federal contractor delivering healthcare, clinical, IT, and program-support services across the Indian Health Service, the Department of Veterans Affairs, and other federal agencies. We hire the people who do the work — clinicians, analysts, engineers, support staff — and we treat them like the professionals they are.

Equal Opportunity EmployerAkicita Federal is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Akicita Federal complies with the Indian Preference provisions of the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act (P.L. 93-638) where applicable.