CT Technologist
Holmdel, NJ
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

Job Opportunity: CT Scan Technologist

Location: Holmdel, New Jersey
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 22 weeks

Job Summary

The CT Scan Technologist performs computer tomography procedures, producing sectional and 3D images for interpretation, and assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform complex CT procedures using professional judgment.
• Review and document patient clinical history for procedures.
• Prepare, screen, and review contrast questionnaires with patients/family.
• Administer contrast media as prescribed by licensed practitioners.
• Verify exam prescriptions and communicate with Radiologists/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 value using PACS.
• Gather relevant patient information to prepare scanning protocols and ensure patient safety.
• Prepare patients for scanning, including shielding and immobilization.
• Determine appropriate contrast type and dose.
• Explain procedures and address patient questions.
• Perform venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance per guidelines.
• Monitor patients for adverse reactions during procedures.
• Work scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends; overtime and on-call as needed.
• Lift a minimum of 25 lbs., push/pull 50 lbs., and stand for at least 6 hours daily.
• Adapt care to meet diverse patient needs (age, culture, language, disabilities).

Required Skills & Experience

• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiological positioning.
• Understanding of CT software and hardware mechanics.
• Proficient with PACS system.
• Maintain Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
• ARRT (CT) certification required within 12 months of hire.
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 3 months of hire.
• NJ DEP Diagnostic Radiography License.
• ARRT Certified R.T.(R) license required.

Specialty Years of Experience:

• Minimum 6 months CT experience preferred (no explicit required years stated, so 0.5 years preferred).

Education Requirements

• Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program.
• High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Skills & Certifications

• Knowledge of Epic and HIS/RIS systems.
• ARRT certified R.T. (CT) license preferred.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.

This position requires a commitment of approximately 22 weeks.