CT Technologist

Archway Marketing Services; New Jersey; On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated CAT Scan Technician to join their team in Pompton Plains, NJ. In this vital role, you'll be responsible for performing CT scans with the utmost professionalism and care, ensuring patient comfort and safety throughout the process. Your expertise will be crucial in maintaining equipment, managing supplies, and adhering to strict protocols, including HIPAA regulations. This position offers a competitive pay rate and the chance to make a meaningful impact in patient care. If you are a certified professional with a passion for radiography and patient service, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• ARRT RT (R), ARRT RT (CT), NJDEP X-Ray License, BLS Certification required.
• Completion of a Radiographer Technical training program is essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT scans while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Maintain equipment and supplies, ensuring compliance with protocols.
• Communicate effectively with patients and staff regarding procedures.

Skills

Patient Communication

Emergency Response

Equipment Maintenance

Quality Assurance/Quality Control (QA/QC)

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Radiographer Technical Training

Tools

PACS/RIS System

Job description

Job Title: CAT Scan Technician (CT Tech)

Pay Rate: $63-$67 Per Hour

Location: Pompton Plains, NJ

Job Duties:

1. The CT technologist will demonstrate professionalism and service excellence when performing the following tasks.
2. Obtains necessary medical, surgical, and radiological supplies for specific procedures according to established protocols.
3. Maintains sterility of field and instruments.
4. Correctly prepares requisitions.
5. Communicates with the patient and family before, during, and after the procedure to alleviate anxiety while maintaining the patient's privacy and dignity.
6. Adheres to all HIPAA regulations and respects the patient's privacy.
7. Verifies patient identification according to the AHS policy.
8. Observes the patient’s condition before and after contrast injections and reports any sudden change to the nursing staff and Radiologist.
9. Ensures availability of medical records, previous reports, labs, and history of the patient.
10. Can begin emergency response in case of complication.
11. Maintains adequate linen supplies in each scanning room.
12. Maintains adequate contrast media and biopsy/drainage supplies in each scanning room.
13. Adheres to room assignments (CT 1, 2, and 3).
14. Assists in maintaining CT storeroom and outside inventory.
15. Participates in daily inventory and stocking of supplies.
16. Notifies Lead of expired or soon-to-expire equipment or medications.
17. Cleans and inventories supplies.
18. Participates in the routine cleaning of the CT gantry, table, and peripheral equipment after each use.
19. When assigned as Point, triages procedures according to the daily schedule.
20. Ensures timely coordination of all emergency and unscheduled procedure requests.
21. Assigns staff to ensure efficient workflow while maintaining an environment of patient safety.
22. Maintains workflow within the section to coordinate emergent and unscheduled procedure requests within the schedule.
23. Communicates with all departments and floors with regard to patient status.
24. Ensures immediate patient transport post-procedure.
25. Assists in performing routine procedures.
26. Assesses the patient's ability to tolerate contrast.
27. Screens for allergies/medication incompatibilities.
28. Cleans CT Unit and room after each use.
29. Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of the working area.
30. Notifies the Coordinator or Lead of equipment malfunctions.
31. Maintains QA/QC requirements for daily, monthly & ACR specifications.
32. Recognizes unusual conditions in equipment operation.
33. Alerts appropriate personnel of equipment malfunctions.
34. Adheres to venipuncture and power injector protocols.
35. When doing cases that require immediate results such as Code Grey, Trauma, and Partial Trauma, the images will be acquired, processed, sent, and verified/completed in the PACS/RIS system per established protocol (Immediately after acquisition for Code Grey).
36. The CT technologist will notify the radiologist as Code Grey images are being sent and follow with any processed data afterward.
37. All staff should notify the radiologist of ANY unusual finding to provide the optimum care for the patient.

Skills:

Required Certifications & Licensure:

• ARRT RT (R)
• ARRT RT (CT)
• NJDEP – New Jersey State X-Ray License
• BLS Certification

Required Education:

• HS diploma/GED
• Completion of a Radiographer Technical training program from a School of Radiography or College Radiography program