CT Tech

Montefiore Nyack Hospital; Village of Nyack (NY); On-site; USD 63,000 - 89,000; Full time

Job summary

Montefiore Nyack Hospital in Nyack, New York is seeking a CT Technologist to operate the CT scanner, position patients, and ensure exam quality. You will administer IV contrast as ordered and review images for radiologist interpretation, following ARRT standards and hospital protocols.

The role requires attention to safety, ability to work in a high‑stress environment, and collaboration with physicians, nurses, and department staff.

Qualifications

• Associate degree or equivalent required.
• One year general radiographic experience required.
• One year CT experience required.
• ARRT certification required upon hire.
• ARRT-CT certification required.
• Licensed Radiologic Technologist in NYS required upon hire.
• BLS certification within 90 days required.
• IV contrast certification/training available onsite within 90 days.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs.
• Administer IV/oral contrast as ordered.
• Position patient and determine suitable anatomical posture.
• Ensure exam quality and review images for radiologist interpretation.
• Adhere to ALARA and radiation safety requirements.
• Maintain equipment and room readiness and complete hand-offs.
• Complete all required documentation and participate in department meetings.

Skills

1

Education

Associate Degree (or equivalent) Required

One year general radiographic experience

One year CT experience

ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire Required

ARRT-CT - Computed Tomography

RADIOL Licensed Radiologist - NYS Dept of Health Upon Hire Required

BLS - American Heart Association within 90 Days Required

IV Certification - training available onsite within 90 Days Required

Job description

City/State:

Nyack, New York

Department:

CT Scan

Bargaining Unit:

NH- CWA

Work Shift:

Evening

Work Days:

MON-FRI, MON-FRI, ON CALL, ROTATING SCHEDULE, WEEKEND CALL, WEEKENDS AND HOLIDAYS

Scheduled Hours:

8:30 AM-7 PM

Scheduled Daily Hours:

10.5 HOURS

Hours Per Pay Period:

0

Hourly Rate/Range:

$55.03

For positions that have only a rate listed, the displayed rate is the hiring rate but could be subject to change based on shift differential, experience, education or other relevant factors.

Job Summary

Operates computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of patient’s body for diagnostic purposes. Administers contrast media orally and/or intravenously as ordered.

Essential Functions

• C. Job Specific Contacts

1. General Contacts: Patients, Physicians, Nurses, Visitors, Other departments within the hospital.
2. Job Provides Direction to: NIA

D. Environment and Demands

1. Environmental Demands: Radiation exposure hazard controlled. Exposure to infection and disease.
2. Essential Physical and Cognitive Demands, Manual Dexterity: On feet most of day. Lifting and positioning of patients. Moving of heavy mobile equipment.

Part I: Hospital-Wide Standards

B. MISSION/STRATEGIC PLAN:

Participates in activities which support the mission of the hospital

C. JOB SPECIFIC COMPETENCIES:

1. Demonstrate competency in all exams performed (i.e. positioning, proper labeling, patient identification, left/right markers, follows CT protocols, etc.)
2. Calculates the number of scans to be obtained, amount of IV contrast to be used based on patient size and operates the CT, injects contrast ensuring the required images were obtained as ordered by Physician/Radiologist. Consults with Radiologist to review and ascertain whether additional scanning is required, when needed.
3. Performs trauma and other high-risk radiologic procedures in CT.
4. Prepare CT room prior to first patient (i.e. room stocked for needed equipment and supplies) and keep room and work area neat and clean at all times.
5. Explain exam/procedure to relieve anxiety and prepares patient for Radiologic I CT
   examinations.
6. Monitors patient condition by directly observing the patient during the examination, recognizing and reporting abnormal changes in the patient’s condition. Able to assess patient pain interfering with Imaging procedure; make appropriate physician/RN contact for intervention.
7. Determines the most suitable anatomical posture and positions and shields patient accordingly.
   Adhere to all Radiation safety requirements, ALARA.
8. Interacts professionally with patient/family/coworkers. Must possess the ability to work in a high stress area and maintain a positive attitude.
9. Complete exam, review images and send to PACS system for Radiologist reading.
10. Completes all work or completes a proper hand-off before clocking out and leaving.
11. Performs duties according to ARRT standards I ACR standards I Nyack Hospital protocols.
12. Set up room, sterile trays and injector, prep patient and set up sterile field as needed.
13. Responsible for safe handling of equipment.
14. Completed IV Contrast Screening forms and Metformin Patient Education form when required.
15. Wears Identification while on duty; uses computerized punch time system correctly.
16. Attends departmental in-services and Mega Education and staff meetings as scheduled.
17. Attends at least 4 monthly department meetings, reads and signs off on meeting minutes when not in attendance.
18. Actively participates in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
19. Must be able to rotate hospital holidays. Name will be placed on “Mandate” rotation list to cover open shifts when necessary as per CWA union contract.
20. Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the hospital.

Part II: Employee Performance Standards

A. CUSTOMER SERVICE:

1. Demonstrates the ability to create a positive interaction with the customer.
2. Demonstrates positive communication with people of different cultures, values and beliefs.
3. Demonstrates the ability to acknowledge customer concerns and takes corrective action.
4. Demonstrates compliance with identified customer service behaviors.
5. Provides escort to customers when necessary.

B. PERFORMANCE IMPROVEMENT:

1. Participates in Department/Hospital-wide activities which improve processes and/or outcomes.
2. Utilizes resources to maintain and improve self development and knowledge.
3. Complies with licensure and/or certification requirements.
4. Participates in annual competency assessment.

C. BUDGET:

1. Demonstrates fiscally prudent use of equipment and supplies.
2. Utilizes charge process for supplies/equipment.

D. PROJECTS/ASSIGNMENTS:

1. Completes projects/assignments within projected time frames and expectations.

Qualifications

• Associate Degree Required
• One year general radiographic experience
• One year CT experience
• ARRT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire Required
• ARRT-CT - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists - Computed Tomography - AMERICAN REGISTERY OF RADIOLOGIC TECHNOLOGISTS (ARRT)
• RADIOL Licensed Radiologist - New York State Dept of Health Upon Hire Required
• BLS - American Heart Association within 90 Days Required
• IV Certification - training available onsite within 90 Days Required

Montefiore Nyack Hospital is an equal employment opportunity employer. Montefiore Nyack Hospital will recruit, hire, train, transfer, promote, layoff and discharge associates in all job classifications without regard to their race, color, religion, creed, national origin, alienage or citizenship status, age, gender, actual or presumed disability, history of disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic predisposition or carrier status, pregnancy, military status, marital status, or partnership status, or any other characteristic protected by law.