CT Technologist (Per Diem)

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About the role

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.

Responsibilities

• Performs complex CT procedures.
• Evaluates radiographs to ensure proper identification and diagnostic value.
• Gathers relevant information from medical records, health care proxies, and providers to prepare scanning protocols and ensure patient safety.
• Determines if the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure.
• Prepares patients 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 to patients at an understandable level.
• 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 protocols.
• 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 hospital computer systems.
• Greets patients upon arrival for exams utilizing AIDET standards.
• Administers emergency care, including performing CPR if necessary.
• Works scheduled shifts, including holidays and weekends.
• Available for overtime as needed to provide continual quality patient care.
• Participates in on-call assignments as required by the 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 delivers care specific to those needs (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.
• Completes 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, including Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms.

Qualifications

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

Pay

Minimum starting rate of $44.30 per hour. The posted rate of pay is a reasonable good-faith estimate and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package. The base compensation may vary based on factors such as 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. Certain positions may also be eligible for shift differentials, performance-based incentives, bonuses, or commissions.