CT Technologist (PT),Night, Somerville NJ

Job Overview

RWJ Barnabas Health is looking to add a qualified part-time, CT Technologist in Somerville, NJ. The CAT Scan Technician will perform 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

• Three years hospital experience as a staff technologist preferred, with the ability to work with minimal supervision
• Must have State of New Jersey License and ARRTCT certification obtained within 12-24 months of hire
• CPR certified or willing to obtain within six months of hire

Schedule

• Night shift, 16 hours/week
• Part-Time
• Rotates shifts covering weekends and on-call

Essential Functions

• 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 trouble shooting 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
• Performs a variety of related clerical tasks as necessary
• Cooperates with all hospital personnel in a positive and professional manner, maintaining ethical relationships. Maintains a positive and loyal attitude towards employer
• Attends in-service training as required by the department
• Able to attend the majority of educational in-services
• 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
• Able to demonstrate technical art to the students
• Able to evaluate student performance and fill out observation forms

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 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