CT Technologist

About the Role

Our team members are the heart of what makes us better. At Hackensack Meridian Health, we help our patients live better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are team members. The CT Technologist performs computed tomography procedures and related techniques, producing sectional and three-dimensional images for interpretation and assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures.

Eligible for up to $15,000 sign-on bonus for full-time CT Technologist positions on the Night shift who accept a job offer on or before October 22, 2026.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex CT procedures.
• Evaluates radiographs to ensure proper identification and diagnostic value.
• Gathers relevant information from the medical record, health care proxy, and providers to prepare protocols for scanning and patient safety.
• Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure.
• Preps patient for scanning (e.g., shielding, immobilization devices).
• Assists providers with CT-guided interventional procedures as required.
• Performs CT examinations and administers contrast following established departmental protocols.
• Provides accurate explanations and instructions at a level the patient can understand.
• Addresses and documents patient questions and concerns regarding the procedure.
• Performs venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance procedures according to established guidelines.
• Monitors the patient's physical condition during the procedure.
• Reviews images to determine if additional scans will enhance diagnostic value.
• Performs retrospective reconstruction on raw data.
• Provides technical assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical residents.
• Adheres to the principles of Image Gently & Image Wisely.
• Follows infection control guidelines and sterile techniques.
• Revises scanning parameters to better visualize pathology in accordance with established protocol.
• Reviews all diagnostic or therapeutic data for completeness and accuracy.
• Documents diagnostic, treatment, and patient data in the appropriate record.
• Archives images to data storage devices according to established guidelines.
• Assesses equipment to determine acceptable performance based on established guidelines.
• Performs daily clerical duties, including use of EPIC, PACS, Teletracking System, and other computer systems.
• Greets patients upon arrival for exams utilizing AIDET standards.
• Administers emergency care, including performing CPR if necessary.
• Responsible for scheduled shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Available for overtime as needed to provide continual quality patient care.
• On-call assignments as needed per Department of Radiology policy.
• Adheres to policies on Employee ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality.
• Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies care accordingly (e.g., age, culture, language, hearing, or visually impaired).
• Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies.
• Performs modality-specific daily and monthly QA.
• Other duties and/or projects as assigned.
• Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior.
• Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs., and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

Requirements

• High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs.
• Completion of an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficient computer skills (e.g., Microsoft Office, Google Suite).

Qualifications

• American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, CT) within 9 months of entering position.
• NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology (D.R.).
• AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position.

Pay

Minimum rate of $44.30 hourly. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good-faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting. The starting rate of pay may differ based on non-discriminatory factors, including labor market data, experience, education, certifications, skills, geographic location, internal equity, budget, and grant funding. Full-time and part-time (20+ hours/week) positions are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and retirement benefits. Some positions may also be eligible for performance-based incentives, bonuses, commissions, or shift differentials for evening, night, or weekend shifts.