CT Scan Technologist
Neptune, NJ
PRIDE Health
4x10 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

CT Scan Technologist

Location: Neptune, New Jersey
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

• Perform complex CT procedures, producing sectional and 3D images for interpretation.
• Assist with interventional and therapeutic procedures.
• Review and obtain patient clinical history; document and scan into PACS.
• Prepare, screen, and review contrast questionnaires with patients/family.
• Administer contrast media as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Verify exam prescriptions and communicate with Radiologists and Referring Physicians as needed.
• Verify insurance authorization and coordinate exam modifications.
• Obtain and schedule outside studies for Radiologist comparison.
• Provide exam copies to patients and requesting parties.
• Evaluate radiographs for proper identification and diagnostic quality using PACS.
• Prepare patients for scanning, including shielding and immobilization.
• Determine appropriate contrast type and dose.
• Explain procedures and address patient questions at an understandable level.
• Perform venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance per guidelines.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions during procedures.
• Work scheduled shifts including holidays, weekends, and on-call as needed.
• Lift at least 25 lbs., push/pull 50 lbs., and stand for a minimum of 6 hours daily.
• Adapt care to patient needs including age, culture, language, and disabilities.

Work Schedule

• Evening shift (likely 12:00 PM - 10:30 PM or 1:00 PM - 11:30 PM)
• 4 days per week, 10 hours per day (40 hours/week)
• Weekend and holiday work required (1 holiday minimum)
• On-call assignments required
• No float requirement

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in New Jersey
• ARRT R.T.(R) certification
• Minimum 2 years of experience as a CT Technologist, including experience within the last year
• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program and high school diploma or equivalent
• Experience working with Level 1 Trauma patients, including Trauma 1 center experience

Physical Requirements

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs., push/pull 50 lbs.
• Ability to stand for at least 6 hours per day

Additional Information

• Maintain continuing education credits (CEUs)
• Must adhere to organizational standards of behavior, attendance, and punctuality
• Ability to communicate effectively with patients and caregivers at appropriate developmental and literacy levels

Note: Prior travel experience is not specified as required for this position.