CT Technologist (Full Time) - Cherry Hill

Jefferson Health; Cherry Hill Township, Northern (NJ, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 69,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Retirement Plans

Tuition Assistance

Job summary

Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc. seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT examinations under radiologist supervision, ensuring high-quality images and accurate patient information for physician review.

The role requires ARRT CT program completion (or HS with CT cert), RIS/PACS proficiency, IV and BLS certification, and adherence to radiation safety guidelines. Work is on-site in Cherry Hill, NJ with full-time status.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT CT program or HS diploma with CT certification.
• Knowledge of RIS and PACS systems.
• IV certification and BLS certification.
• Adherence to radiation safety guidelines.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT scanners to produce radiographs per department procedures with diagnostic-quality images.
• Ensures proper patient positioning and preparation; adjusts positioning and dosages as needed.
• Demonstrates correct filming procedure and reviews films for clarity for physician interpretation.
• Maintains CT equipment through cleaning and testing; reports malfunctions.
• Creates CD-Rs and transfers data to PACS; logs exams in Radiology Information System.

Skills

RIS systems

PACS systems

IV Certification

BLS

Radiology procedures

Education

ARRT CT Certification

High School Diploma with CT certification

Tools

CT scanners

Radiology Information System (RIS)

Job description

CT Technologist (Full Time) - Cherry Hill page is loaded## CT Technologist (Full Time) - Cherry Hilllocations: Camden County, NJtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Yesterdayjob requisition id: REQ-0037164**Number of Positions in Requisition**1**Job Details**Under the supervision of a radiologist, the CT Technologist performs Computerized Tomographic (CT) examinations on patients in accordance with established protocol and procedures. Ensures the production of quality imaging and prepares pertinent patient information for physician and care team's review. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after imaging procedures.**Job Description****Summary**Under the supervision of a radiologist, the CT Technologist performs Computerized Tomographic (CT) examinations on patients in accordance with established protocol and procedures. Ensures the production of quality imaging and prepares pertinent patient information for physician and care team's review. Delivers patient care and education before, during and after imaging procedures.**Job Duties*** Operates CT scanners to produce radiographs according to departmental procedures; ensures the quality of pictures are satisfactory for diagnostic purposes.* Ensures accurate positioning and proper preparation for patients during scanning procedures; conducts timely adjustments of patient position and/or medical dosages according to anatomical circumstances and other technical factors.* Demonstrates proper filming procedure and critiques films to ensure accuracy and clarity for physician interpretation.* Implements radiation safety guidelines and conducts proper radiation protection during the imaging process.* Creates hardcopy record of exam via CD-R, films and data transfer to PACS. Completes exam in Radiology Information System. Performs QC on exam in PACS to maintain system and billing accuracy.* Maintains CT Scanning equipment by performing scheduled cleaning, testing and documenting results; notifies supervision of malfunctioning equipment.* Performs other related technologist duties as directed by the lead technologist, supervisor or manager, including those related to quality assurance and/or control.Responsible for maintaining continuing education required for licenses and job position* Interacts with co-workers, visitors, and other staff consistent with the values of Jefferson.(Do not delete, move or over-write this statement)* Other duties as assigned.**Minimum Qualifications*** Specialized Diploma :Graduate of an approved American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (ARRT) program and documentation of formal CT program. or* High School Diploma/GED with CT certification* Knowledge of RIS systems* Knowledge of PAC's systems* IV Certification* BLS - Basic Life Support AHA - American Heart Association**Additional Qualifications****Physical Demands**Lift and carry 40-50 lbs. Examples: Push/pull patients on bed, stretcher (requires 29 lbs. push force), lateral transfers up to 50 lbs. of the patient's weight. Frequent to continuous standing/walking. Patient transporters can walk 8-10 miles per shift. \\*Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.Job Description Disclaimer: This position description provides the major duties/responsibilities, requirements and working conditions for the position. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, however management reserves the right to revise or change as necessary to meet organizational needs. Other responsibilities may be assigned when circumstances require.**Salary Range**$35.20 to $50.16 HourlyThe actual hiring rate will be determined based on candidate experience, skills and qualifications. This position is not eligible for an annual incentive.Positions posted as annual salaries reflect an estimated amount for a 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE) (i.e. 40 hour equivalent)), positions for less than 1.0 FTE will be prorated.)**Work Shift**Workday Day (United States of America)**Worker Sub Type**Regular**Employee Entity**Kennedy University Hospitals, Inc**Primary Location Address**2201 Chapel Ave West & Cooper Landing Rd, Cherry Hill, New Jersey, United States of AmericaNationally ranked, Jefferson, which is principally located in the greater Philadelphia region, Lehigh Valley and Northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey, is reimagining health care and higher education to create unparalleled value. Jefferson is more than 65,000 people strong, dedicated to providing the highest-quality, compassionate clinical care for patients; making our communities healthier and stronger; preparing tomorrow's professional leaders for 21st-century careers; and creating new knowledge through basic/programmatic, clinical and applied research., home of Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Jefferson College of Nursing, and the Kanbar College of Design, Engineering and Commerce, dates back to 1824 and today comprises 10 colleges and three schools offering 200+ undergraduate and graduate programs to more than 8,300 students., nationally ranked as one of the top 15 not-for-profit health care systems in the country and the largest provider in the Philadelphia and Lehigh Valley areas, serves patients through millions of encounters each year at 32 hospitals campuses and more than 700 outpatient and urgent care locations throughout the region. is a not-for-profit managed health care organization providing a broad range of health coverage options in Pennsylvania and New Jersey for more than 35 years.Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.**Benefits**Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and part-time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service. All colleagues, including those who work less than part-time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.For more benefits information, please clickIn keeping with Jefferson's Mission, We Improve Lives, it is our goal to recruit, retain, develop and reward highly-qualified employees. If you are enthusiastic, caring and dedicated to service excellence, we invite you to consider joining Jefferson. Jefferson encourages its employees to expand their knowledge and develop their careers through growth opportunities and continuing education.