CT Technologist
Hackensack, New Jersey
HackensackUMC

CT Scan Technologist

Location: Hackensack, New Jersey
Employment Type: Clinical-Allied
Contract Length: 11 weeks

Job Summary

• Perform complex CT (computer tomography) 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 comparison by Radiologists.
• 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 and weekends; overtime as needed.
• Lift at least 25 lbs., push/pull 50 lbs., and stand for a minimum of 6 hours daily.
• Adapt care to meet patient needs including age, culture, language, and disabilities.

Schedule

• Shift: 3 PM – 11:30 PM
• 8 hours per day, 40 hours per week
• Every third weekend and holidays as needed
• No on-call required

Required Qualifications

• Valid CT Technologist license in New Jersey
• Minimum of 1 year of CT Technologist experience within the last year
• ARRT certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Completion of a High School diploma or equivalent or graduation from a Radiologic Technologist program

Preferred Qualifications

• Six months of CT experience preferred
• Experience with Epic and HIS/RIS systems
• ARRT certified R.T. (CT) license preferred

Additional Information

• Must adhere to departmental policies including attendance, punctuality, and standards of behavior
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse patient populations
• Teamwork and continuous education (CEU credits) are expected

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