CT Technologist (Travel) - FlexStaff

Northwell; Danbury (CT); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Northwell seeks a skilled CT technologist to perform comprehensive CT procedures, including IV contrast administration and patient preparation. You will work with Radiologists to adjust imaging parameters and ensure patient safety, accuracy, and timely delivery of results.

The role requires 1–3 years of experience, ARRT registration, and a state radiology license. Expect collaboration across departments and adherence to imaging protocols in a high-volume setting.

Formación

• Diploma from a vocational/technical school required.
• ARRT Radiology registration required.
• License to practice radiology in New York State.
• 1–3 years of technical experience required.

Responsabilidades

• Prepares patients for examination and explains procedures; sets up equipment for timely procedures.
• Obtains consent for IV contrast and screens for pregnancy.
• Performs CT procedures including abdominal, thoracic, neuro, extremities, and planning tasks.
• Positions patient on exam table and adjusts slice thickness and couch increment.
• Collaborates with Radiologist to adjust parameters per imaging protocols.
• Uses devices to reduce radiation exposure to radiosensitive areas.
• Operates CT equipment, transmits cases via Tele-Radiology, and administers IV/oral contrast as ordered.
• Explains IV contrast administration and completes information sheet with patient details.
• Uses flush technique and power injector for IV contrast; handles contrast reactions and extravasations.
• Performs related duties; adheres to ADA-defined essential functions.

Educación

Vocational or Technical school Diploma

ARRT Radiology registration

Licensed Radiology Practitioner (New York State)

Herramientas

Power injector

Tele-Radiology system

Descripción del empleo

Responsibilities:

• Prepares patients for examination and explains procedures and sets up equipment to administer the proper procedure in a timely fashion
• Ensures that a consent form for IV contrast materials has been obtained and screens for pregnancy
• Performs CT procedures to include: abdominal, thoracic, neurological exams, extremities, sub-periosteal implant planning, radiation therapy treatment planning, biopsies, etc.
• Prepares patient for exam by placing and positioning patient on exam table within the gantry
• Adjusts and ensures proper slice thickness and couch increment
• In collaboration with Radiologist, extends parameters, if needed, within established imaging protocols
• Utilizes special devices (i.e. bromide shield) to reduce exposure to ionizing radiation of radiosensitive areas (i.e. breast, thyroid, etc.).
• Adjusts CT equipment to capture appropriate field of view and transmits cases to on-call Radiologist through use of Tele-Radiology system, as well as administers intravenous (IV) and oral contrast agents as per Radiologist order and performs venipuncture of the appropriate gauge necessary for examination
• Explains in layman's terms the administration of IV contrast, and completes the IV Contrast Information Sheet with information provided by the patient, family member or health care proxy
• Utilizes appropriate flush technique for an existing IV line, if needed and utilizes power injector to administer IV contrast, as well as recognizes and assists in the treatment of contrast agent reactions and IV extravasations
• Performs related duties as required. All responsibilities noted here are considered essential functions of the job under the Americans with Disabilities Act. Duties not mentioned here, but considered related are not essential functions

Qualifications:

• Vocational or Technical school Diploma required
• Current License to practice as a Radiologist in New York State
• Current ARRT Radiology registration required, plus specialized certifications as needed
• 1-3 years of technical experience, required

*Additional Salary Detail

The salary range and/or hourly rate listed is a good faith determination of potential base compensation that may be offered to a successful applicant for this position at the time of this job advertisement and may be modified in the future. When determining a team member's base salary and/or rate, several factors may be considered as applicable (e.g., location, specialty, service line, years of relevant experience, education, credentials, negotiated contracts, budget and internal equity).