Cat Scan Technologist - Per Diem (Days) - Warren Campus

St. Luke's University Health Network; Phillipsburg (NJ); On-site; USD 44,000 - 72,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental

Vision

Disability

Life insurance

PTO

Sick leave

Professional development

Job summary

St. Luke’s Warren Campus is seeking a Per-diem CT Technologist to perform CT scans and assist Radiologists during invasive procedures. The role offers flexible shifts across our network based on department needs and industry-leading equipment usage.

Qualified candidates will have ARRT CT certification, NJ license, and registry; prior CT hospital experience preferred. This position supports patient imaging, education, and high-quality care within the Radiology department.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program or ARRT registered.
• Advanced CT registry required within 1 year of hire.
• Current state license (NJDEP) and ARRT registration required.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists Radiologist during invasive procedures and CT scans as directed.
• Communicate clinical observations and patient history to Radiologist.
• Inject contrast according to policy and complete CT questionnaire prior to exam.
• Perform 3-D imaging functions and explain procedures to patients.
• Ensure quality of images and accurate patient data in PACS.

Skills

CT imaging

Radiology procedures

Patient communication

RIS/HIS familiarity

PACS QA

Education

ARRT CT certification

NJ license preferred

ARRT registry/advanced CT

Tools

PACS

RIS/HIS

Job description

St. Luke’s is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke’s are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for health care.

The St. Luke’s Warren Campus is looking for a Per-diem CT Technologist to join our amazing department! The hours for this position are variable and as needed based on the needs of the department. Well Qualified candidates have the opportunity to work on the industry leading equipment and pick up shifts throughout our network if flexible.

The Registered Cat Scan Technologist will perform various scans and assists Radiologist during performance of invasive procedures for diagnostic purposes.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly assists Radiologist during all aspects of invasive procedures and performs CT scan examinations as directed by the Radiologist.

• Communicates clinical observations during CT Scan examinations to Radiologist. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to Radiologist.

• Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.

• Injects contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy. Patient CT questionnaire is completed for each patient and reviewed prior to start of exam.

• Performs 3-D imaging functions.

• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.

• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.

• Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.

• Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.

• Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.

• Responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital designated Press Ganey score. Every patient should receive patient education.

• Annual peer review of images meets department standards.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate equipment and chart information. Sitting for up to 5 hours in 30 minute increments. Standing and walking for up to 3 hours in 15 minute increments. Pushing, pulling, and lifting of patients up to 300 pounds with assistance. Occasional stooping, lifting and raising arms above shoulder level. Lifting and moving of objects up to 30 pounds. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

EDUCATION:

PA CANDIDATE: Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or AART registered. Advanced registry in CT required within 1 year of hire date.

NJ CANDIDATE: Graduate of an ARRT recognized School of Radiologic Technology is required.
A.A.S. Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
1 year of experience is required, two years or more of experience as a CT Technologist in a hospital setting preferred.
Current state license (NJDEP) and appropriate registry (ARRT) is required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

Recent CT Scan experience preferred. Advanced CT registry required within one year of hire. Current BLS certification within three months of hire.

MINIMUM - MAXIMUM COMPENSATION PAY RANGE:

$32.20 - $51.52

St Luke’s University Health Network is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this job in certain states and cities within the United States. Final determinations with respect to salary will take into account a number of factors, which may include, but not be limited to the primary work location and the chosen candidate’s relevant skills, experience, and education. We will meet minimum wage or minimum of the pay range (whichever is higher) based on state requirements.

BENEFIT OFFERINGS:

• St. Lukes offers comprehensive health, dental, vision, short term and long term disability, life insurance, generous PTO, sick leave and professional development opportunities.

St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.