CT Technologist
Astoria, NY
Cross Country Allied
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Summary

CT Technologist, CT. Responsible for performing diagnostic computed tomography procedures according to prescribed protocols, maintaining image quality, and responding appropriately to patient needs. The role includes equipment calibration, radiation safety, quality assurance, radiopharmaceutical handling, and documentation.

Job Details

• Schedule: Day shifts, 11.5 hours per shift, with a minimum of 34.5 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications:
  • Graduate of a JCERT-approved School of Radiologic Technology
  • New York State License (L.R.T.)
  • American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• Preferred Qualifications: Cardiac CT experience preferred.
• Additional Information:
  • Performs CT procedures according to prescribed protocols to support uniformity and accuracy.
  • Uses appropriate kV and mA techniques to produce quality diagnostic CT images.
  • Completes daily quality control calibration checks before patient studies.
  • Performs quality control, quality assurance, and safety testing.
  • Follows radiation safety guidelines and the ALARA principle.
  • Administers radiopharmaceuticals according to physician orders and prescribed protocols.
  • Orders patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses one day before use.
  • Receives radiopharmaceutical deliveries and verifies receipt and activity levels before administration.
  • Maintains patient films and electronic data for radiologist interpretation.
  • Completes department documentation, logs, manuals, and charge documents.
  • Reports equipment issues according to established procedures.
  • Assesses and responds to patient needs before, during, and after radiology visits.

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