CT Technologist
Long Island City, NY
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

CT Technologist - Contract

Location: Long Island City, New York
Employment Type: Contract
Shift: 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Hours: Approximately 37.5 hours per week

Job Description

• Perform CT procedures using appropriate kV and mA techniques to ensure high-quality diagnostic images.
• Conduct daily quality control calibration checks on all CT equipment before patient studies.
• Inject patients with radioactive material following physician orders and prescribed protocols.
• Maintain accurate department documentation including logs, manuals, and charge documents; report equipment issues to comply with regulatory standards.
• Perform quality control, quality assurance, and safety tests adhering to radiation safety guidelines and the ALARA principle.
• Manage patient films and electronic data for Radiologist interpretation.
• Order patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses one day prior to use and verify receipt and activity levels on delivery day.
• Assess and respond to patient needs before, during, and after procedures.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a JCERT-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
• New York State License as a Licensed Radiologic Technologist (L.R.T).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography and CT.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Minimum of 1 year of CT experience.

Contract Length

• Approximately 9 weeks

Key Skills & Competencies

• CT procedures and patient assessment
• Radiation safety and adherence to ALARA principle
• Quality control and quality assurance in diagnostic imaging
• Radiopharmaceutical handling and safety testing
• Documentation and regulatory compliance

This position requires a skilled CT Technologist with current licensure and certification, capable of performing diagnostic imaging and radiopharmaceutical administration in a clinical setting.