CT Technologist II

St. Elizabeth HealthCare; Elizabeth (NJ); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Elizabeth HealthCare is hiring a CT Technologist II for its Covington Radiology department. This full-time position involves producing high-quality radiographs and CT scans while ensuring patient safety and compliance with medical regulations. The ideal candidate should have a degree in Radiologic Technology, an ARRT (R)(CT) registration, and effective communication skills. Responsibilities include operating radiological equipment, obtaining patient data, and performing routine maintenance. Adequate clinical experience is expected. Join us in providing exceptional care to patients in New Jersey.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT (R)(CT) Registered.
• CPR certification required.
• Basic knowledge or experience in other Radiology modalities.
• Proven competency in intravenous contrast injections.

Responsibilities

• Operate all equipment safely and efficiently.
• Compute and utilize proper radiation exposure factors.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of equipment.
• Ensure patient screening is completed before scans.
• Review images for quality and assist in QA as necessary.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Competency in injecting intravenous contrast agents

Basic knowledge in other modalities of Radiology

Advanced knowledge of cross-section anatomy

Education

Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology

ARRT (R)(CT) Registered

Current CPR certification

Job description

1500 James Simpson Jr. Way, Covington, Kentucky

Job Summary

St. Elizabeth Healthcare is hiring a CT Technologist II for the Covington Radiology department located within the Covington hospital. Full-time, 36 hours per week, 3rd shift.

Professionally trained individual who produces high quality radiographs and CT scans for interpretation and diagnosis. Demonstrate respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy with all patients, families, visitors, and staff.

Job Duties

• Operate all equipment in an effective, safe, and efficient manner.
• Compute and utilize proper and safe radiation exposure factors.
• Ensure screening of patient’s condition is complete before initiating the scan and remain aware of the patient’s condition after the CT scan.
• Perform routine maintenance and cleaning of all equipment. Comply with house‑wide BSI precautions and follow recommendations.
• Follow safety steps required to perform duties and comply with medical, state, and federal safety standards.
• Be proficient in all aspects of ordered CT procedures to provide diagnostic images for the radiologist.
• Effectively utilize all necessary computer systems in compliance with HIPAA guidelines.
• Obtain and record all patient data as required by the medical center, state, JCAHO or other agencies. Ensure proper charging of all procedures and correct coding and modifiers.
• Review images for high quality. Assist in performing QC, QA, QI or ACR as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education, Credentials, Licenses:

• Graduate of an approved accredited program of Radiologic Technology.
• ARRT (R)(CT) Registered.
• Current CPR certification.

State Licensure:

• Kentucky – KBMIRT Radiation Operator's License – Radiography (Temporary or Permanent). Associate has 12 months from the issuance of a temporary license to obtain ARRT(R).

• Indiana – Indiana State Department of Health (ISDH) License – (Radiologic Technologist or Radiology Student Permit). Associate has 6 months from the issuance of a Radiology Student Permit to obtain ARRT(R).

Specialized Knowledge:

• Basic knowledge or experience in other modalities of Radiology.
• Effective communication skills.
• Proven competency in injecting intravenous contrast agents.
• Advanced knowledge of cross section anatomy.

Experience: Adequate clinical experience from an approved program.

FLSA Status

Non-Exempt