CT Technologist
New York, NY
Cross Country Allied
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

CT Technologist, Computed Tomography (CT): Performs positron emission tomography and computed tomography imaging on patients of all ages to support the diagnosis of illness. The role requires safe radiopharmaceutical administration, accurate imaging procedures, equipment quality control, patient communication, and adherence to radiation safety and clinical protocols.

Job Details

• Schedule: MondayFriday, 10:00 a.m.6:00 p.m.; 7.5-hour shifts; 37.5 hours per week. Flexible scheduling, including occasional shifts longer than 8 hours, may be required.
• Required Qualifications: Completion of an approved School of Nuclear Medicine Technology program; certification through the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board as a Nuclear Medicine Technologist (NMT) or through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Nuclear Medicine Technology; active New York diagnostic radiologic technologist license with injection registration; active Computed Tomography (CT) certification for diagnostic CT and PET/CT fusion imaging; active nuclear medicine and CT licenses; Basic Life Support (BLS) certification; ability to start peripheral intravenous access lines; competency in injection procedures, including manual unit doses and dose delivery systems; proficiency with computers, imaging workstations, medical charting systems, picture archiving and communication systems, and radiology information systems; excellent organizational skills; ability to produce high-quality specialized imaging with limited supervision; and ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Responsibilities: Perform ordered PET and CT examinations; review procedure requests, protocols, medical information, and screening information; confirm required patient preparation; administer contrast agents and radiopharmaceuticals under appropriate clinical guidance; communicate procedures to patients and families; perform equipment quality checks and troubleshoot imaging equipment; document radiopharmaceutical doses; maintain patient confidentiality; transfer and archive studies; complete quality assurance documentation; perform radiation surveys and wipe measurements; maintain supplies and a clean, safe imaging environment; and follow established imaging, radiation safety, infection control, and clinical protocols.
• Additional Information: Must process PET/CT imaging, including axial fusion processing and myeloma kidney standard and coronal cuts. Responsibilities include quality control of PET, CT, and X-ray imaging equipment, dose calibrators, and wipe counters, as well as adherence to applicable nuclear medicine quality standards and radiation safety requirements.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits