Computer Tomography (CT) Tech -

About the role

Loyal Source Government Services is seeking one full-time Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist to provide diagnostic radiology services at the VA New Jersey Health Care System (VANJHCS) in Toms River, New Jersey. The CT Technologist will perform CT and general radiography procedures and deliver high-quality diagnostic imaging services with compassionate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Prepare patients for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing needs, providing pretest education, explaining procedures, and answering questions; provide reassurance and support throughout the procedure; ensure understanding of discharge instructions before the patient leaves the care area.
• Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to established procedures.
• Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
• Perform quality control measures to ensure optimal image quality; adjust equipment and position patients to eliminate artifacts; protect patients from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting beam size.
• Monitor patients for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes during examinations; recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
• Prepare contrast agents and record pharmaceutical doses accurately.
• Follow all national and local guidelines, including those of the Veterans Administration National Health Physics Program.
• Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; take corrective action where appropriate.
• Log data into patient information systems and update file systems for tests performed.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and workspace per standard operating procedure.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and readjust or refer for repair.
• Prepare digital images for interpretation by the radiologist; images and reports are transmitted via Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
• Practice safety measures in radiography, radiation safety, infection control, and environment of care.
• Demonstrate a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with patients, families, and co-workers; use tact, sensitivity, sound judgment, and professional attitudes.
• Communicate with customers (e.g., veterans, family members, and the public), co-workers, and supervisors in a courteous, tactful, friendly, and cooperative manner.
• Adhere to all facility and service-level policies and procedures, including infection control policies.

Qualifications

• Certified in Computed Tomography and Diagnostic X-ray with the ARRT.
• Licensed to practice Radiologic Technology in a state, territory, or commonwealth of the United States or the District of Columbia; all licenses must be full and unrestricted.
• Required to provide a current reference from the last place of employment, including the name and telephone number of the last employer and supervisor.
• Specific knowledge and training in the location, appearance, and function of major and minor systems susceptible to radiological illumination; ability to interpret examination requests accurately; understanding of organ function and inter-relationships; ability to identify organs on digital displays or film and judge image acceptability for diagnostic use.
• Specific knowledge of cross-sectional human anatomy and its application in spiral and/or multi-slice computed tomography, including 3-D reconstruction scans, drainages, biopsies, and peripheral vascular examinations.
• Minimum of 1 year of experience working as a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist.
• Experience with procedures such as IVP, GI series, Modified Barium Swallow, barium and air-contrasted barium enema exams.
• Experience with sterile supplies, local anesthetics, contrast materials, catheters, and other required equipment.
• Experience with intraoperative portable and portable c-arm cases, including Pain Management.
• Experience operating 320-slice and 64-slice Light Speed Computed Tomography Scanners.
• Experience performing Cardiac CT exams with retrospective and prospective gating.
• Experience with Interventional/CT Procedures using CT Fluoroscopy, such as lung biopsy, RFA’s, Cryo-Ablations, and Microwave ablations.
• Experience with general x-ray and performing a full range of CT exams, including contrasted and non-contrasted exams in both areas, and tracking of reportable CT doses.
• Experience and knowledge of Intravenous Contrast Agents used in Radiology and Hydration Procedures.

Pay

$68.93 hourly

Schedule

Work schedule: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm for 8 hours; includes a ½-hour unpaid break each shift. May be scheduled to work on Federal Holidays.