CT Technologist

Location: One Robert Wood Johnson Place, New Brunswick, NJ 08901
Req #: 0000221356 · Full-time · Night shift · $47.67 - $56.74 per hour

Job Overview

Performs duties directly involved with a variety of CAT Scan procedures. Prioritizes the patient as number one, and to put forth the utmost quality as a CT Technologist.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of an A.M.A. approved school of Radiography Education.
• Must have ARRT or CRT and State of New Jersey License.

Preferred Experience: Three years hospital experience as a staff technologist preferred, with the ability to work with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient to obtain study as prescribed by standard operating procedures.
• Able to position all anatomical parts as indicated by the Standard Operating Procedures.
• Performs the preparation in order to insure the prompt commencement of the procedure.
• Ensures all necessary equipment is at hand prior to starting the ordered examination.
• Under the direction of a Radiologist, instructs and administers cleansing preps and contrast agents.
• Protects patients and other personnel by administrating proper radiation protection techniques.
• Protects the reproductive organs with appropriate apparel, if visualization of these areas is not required.
• Transfers and properly position patients for examinations in order to obtain desired radiographic results according to physician specifications.
• Assists physicians in performance of examinations.
• As outlined in radiology policy and procedure and under the direction of the medical chairman the technologist will have proven competency in the administration of IV contrast media, to include venipuncture.
• Practices sterile techniques and prevents cross contamination.
• Secures and returns supplies. Maintains room and room’s stock.
• Responsible for necessary equipment maintenance recommendations and troubleshooting when indicated.
• Keeps all necessary equipment maintenance logs which pertain to preventative maintenance of Emergency service.
• Makes sure all necessary supplies are in room and restocks room accordingly.
• Responsible for patient scheduling and smooth flow of schedule and patient preparation including contrast administration.
• Responsible for quality control of Cat scan examinations.
• Uses the computer system according to standard operating procedures: Able to enter studies in RIS and HIS, and track cases. Able to split and fix studies in PACS as necessary.
• Attends in-service training as required by the department.
• Explains procedures to the patient and answers any questions prior to the commencement of the procedures.
• Completes all necessary paperwork/documentation prior to the submitting of the procedure for interpretation.
• Assists in the instruction of student technologists.

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical and Prescription Drug Insurance
• Dental and Vision Insurance
• Retirement Plans
• Short & Long Term Disability
• Life & Accidental Death Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health Care/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
• Wellness Programs
• Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Pet Insurance)
• Discounts Through our Partners such as NJ Devils, NJ PAC, Verizon, and more