Computed Tomography Technologist

22nd Century Technologies Inc.; Toms River (NJ); Presencial; USD 65.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

22nd Century Technologies Inc. is seeking a Radiologic Technologist in New Jersey to perform routine and advanced CT examinations. You will prepare and position patients, administer contrast, and review image quality to meet diagnostic standards.

Responsibilities include maintaining radiation safety, documenting patient data in CPRS/PACS, and performing quality control on equipment. ARRT CT certification and BLS are required, with 3 years CT experience preferred.

Formación

• Current unrestricted Radiologic Technologist license in any U.S. State/Territory.
• ARRT Certification.
• Advanced ARRT Certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
• Minimum 3 years of CT experience preferred.
• Current BLS Certification.

Responsabilidades

• Perform routine and advanced CT examinations.
• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures.
• Administer contrast agents as required.
• Review image quality and ensure diagnostic standards.
• Maintain patient safety and radiation protection protocols.
• Document and update patient information in CPRS/PACS.
• Perform quality control and equipment checks.

Conocimientos

CT imaging

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

CPRS/PACS data entry

Educación

Radiologic Technologist license

ARRT Certification

Advanced ARRT CT certification

BLS Certification

Herramientas

PACS

CPRS

Descripción del empleo

• Perform routine and advanced CT examinations.
• Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures.
• Administer contrast agents as required.
• Review image quality and ensure diagnostic standards.
• Maintain patient safety and radiation protection protocols.
• Document and update patient information in CPRS/PACS.
• Perform quality control and equipment checks.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Current unrestricted Radiologic Technologist license in any U.S. State/Territory.
• ARRT(R) Certification.
• Advanced ARRT Certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
• Minimum 3 years of CT experience preferred.
• Current BLS Certification.

Required Experience:

• Multi-slice CT Scanners (64-slice/320-slice preferred).
• Contrast and non-contrast CT imaging.
• CT-guided interventions, biopsies, drainages.
• Knowledge of IV contrast administration.
• PACS and Digital Imaging Systems experience.

Responsibilities:

Technologists/technicians shall provide patient care and technical skills in the operation of diagnostic radiographic equipment for diagnostic and evaluation purposes.

The general duties and requirements applicable to all technologists/technician positions are as follows:

• Prepare the patient for radiographic or sonographic procedures by assessing patient's needs and providing pretest patient education, explaining procedures and answering questions; provide reassurance and support to patient throughout procedure; assure understanding of discharge instructions before patient leaves care area.
• Perform diagnostic imaging examinations according to the service's procedures. Locate and record internal elements of the body, including blood vessels and organs.
• Perform quality control measures for the purpose of ensuring optimal quality images; adjust equipment and position patient to eliminate test artifacts, protect patient from unnecessary radiation exposure by positioning lead shields or limiting the size of x-ray beams.
• Monitor the patient for potentially dangerous physical and emotional changes during the examination; recognize abnormal changes and immediately notify the physician.
• Record pharmaceutical doses accurately (Technologists)
• Nuclear Medicine Technologists prepare doses of radioactive pharmaceuticals and non-radioactive pharmaceuticals.
• Technologists follow all national and local guidelines including those of the Veterans Administration National Health Physics Program.
• Evaluate test results for clarity and accuracy; take corrective action where appropriate.
• Log data into patient information systems, and update file systems for tests
• performed.
• Clean and disinfect equipment and workspace per standard operating procedure.
• Recognize equipment malfunctions and readjust equipment or refer for repair.
• Prepare digital images for interpretation by the radiologist. Electronic images and reports are transmitted digitally via Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS); this eliminates the need to manually file, retrieve, or transport films.
• Practice accurate and timely completion of scheduled and unscheduled work to maximize productivity.
• Practice safety measures in radiography, radiation safety, infection control and environment of care.
• Apply the profession's code of ethics in all aspects of practice.
• Demonstrate a high level of mental and emotional tolerance and even temperament when dealing with patients, families and co-workers, using tact, sensitivity, sound judgment and professional attitudes.
• Communicate with customers (e.g., veterans, family members, and the general public), co-workers and supervisors in a courteous, tactful, friendly and cooperative manner.
• Adhere to all facility and service-level policies and procedures.
• Technologists follow all medical center policies including infection control policies.
• Technologists respond to inquiries related to patient care in a timely manner.
• Perform other related duties as required.

General Certification:

• Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist (DRTs) must be certified in general radiologic technology (R) by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Diagnostic Radiologic Technologists (DRTs) that provide specialty coverage must have advanced certification from the ARRT in Computed Tomography (CT), Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Mammography (M), Vascular Interventional Radiography (IR) and or Cardiac Interventional Radiography (CIR).
• Nuclear Medicine Technologists must be certified in Nuclear Medicine Technology by the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) or by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology, RT (N).
• Sonographers (medical instrument technicians) must hold an RDMS certificate (Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers (in abdomen, breast and/or obstetrics & gynecology depending on the services provided).
• Vascular Sonographers (medical instrument technicians) must hold a RVT certificate (Registered Vascular Technologist) from the American Registry of Diagnostic Medical Sonographers.
• Cardiac Catheterization Technologists must have at least 3 years of experience in Interventional Radiology or in Cardiac Catheterization and/or hold a Cardiac Interventional Radiography Certificate (CIR) or a Vascular Interventional Radiography Certificate (VIR) from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.