CAT Scan Technologist Part-time, Benefits, Nights / Mount Holly

Virtua Health; Mount Holly Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 77,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $5,000

Two-year commitment

Job summary

Virtua Health is seeking a CT technologist in New Jersey to perform CT scans per established protocols and protocols. The role requires ARRT certification and NJ licensure; experience with IV contrast and interventional CT procedures is valued. Sign-on bonus is offered; two-year commitment may apply.

The schedule includes alternating shifts with on-call and holiday coverage. Comprehensive benefits accompany full-time/part-time roles.

Qualifications

• CT imaging experience and proficiency with CT protocols.
• Ability to administer IV contrast safely.
• Knowledge of radiology workflow and radiology information systems.

Responsibilities

• Consistently performs high quality CT scan studies according to radiologist protocols.
• Demonstrates knowledge of routine and non-routine CT exams to obtain high-quality images based on patient factors.
• May perform more extensive radiologic/ CT scanning functions for diagnostic purposes.
• Uses CT equipment and film correctly; takes action when service is needed.
• Uses RIS, PACS, Web Viewer, ADW and hospital computer systems efficiently.
• Maintains thorough documentation; verifies physician orders.
• Performs IV contrast administration and patient prep according to protocols.
• Assists physicians during interventional CT procedures.
• Provides emergency on-call services and mentors new CT technologists.

Skills

CT imaging

IV contrast administration

Patient positioning

Education

AMA approved Radiologic Technology program

Tools

RIS

PACS

Web Viewer

ADW workstation

Job description

New to Virtua hires are eligible for sign on bonus of $5,000

• Two-year commitment *

Work Schedule

Every other Wed/Thurs and every other Fri/Sat - 6:00pm to 6:30am.

Two holidays per year - 12:00am to 12:00pm or 12:00pm to 12:00am.

Summary

Performs CT scan examinations in accordance with established protocols, procedures, and techniques.

Position Responsibilities

• Consistently performs high quality CT scan studies for our patient populations according to protocols established by the radiologist. Demonstrates knowledge of routine and non-routine CT exams and applies those principles to obtain high quality images based upon the patients age, habitus and/or disease process. May also perform more extensive radiologic and CT scanning functions for diagnostic purposes.
• Demonstrates thorough knowledge and utilization of all CT scan equipment and film and takes appropriate actions when service calls are required. Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of RIS, PACS, Web Viewer, ADW workstation and other hospital based computer or PC systems.
• Consistently provides thorough and accurate documentation. Obtains pertinent medical information prior to the procedure, reviews and verifies physician’s orders.
• Provides safe and effective IV contrast administration, including IV catheter insertion. Preps patients according to established protocols. Assists physicians during interventional CT scan procedures.
• Provides emergency on-call services where indicated. Also, Provides instruction to and assists in any training of new CT scan technologists.

Position Qualifications Required / Experience Required

Minimum of 1 year in CT preferred.

Required Education

Graduate of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology.

Training/Certifications/Licensure

• Certification with The American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT).
• N.J. DEP licensure required.
• Advanced level ARRT certification in CT scan technology preferred.
• CPR certification preferred.

Salary

$36.14 - $56.23 Hourly

Benefits

Virtua offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to:

• medical/prescription, dental and vision insurance
• health and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• 403(b) (401(k) subject to collective bargaining agreement)
• paid time off, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, colleague and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&D insurance
• tuition assistance, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions.