Your Next Assignment for CT Technologist Hackensack , NJ

• CT Technologist experience
  
  


• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program
  
  


• High School Diploma/GED
  
  


• NJ DEP Diagnostic Radiography License
  
  


• ARRT – R.T.(R) certification/license
  
  


• American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification
  
  


• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and radiological positioning
  
  


• Strong knowledge of CT equipment, software, and procedures
  
  


• Thorough knowledge of PACS
  
  


• Ability to perform complex CT procedures
  
  


• Experience with contrast administration, venipuncture, and IV procedures
  
  


• Ability to review patient history, prescriptions, and CT protocols
  
  


• Ability to work scheduled shifts, including holidays/weekends and on-call assignments as required 
  
  

Preferred Qualifications 

• ARRT – R.T.(CT) certification preferred
  
  


• Minimum 6 months of CT experience preferred
  
  


• Experience with EPIC
  
  


• Experience with HIS/RIS systems
  
  


• Maintains required CEU credits 
  
  

Certification Note: Team members are expected to obtain ARRT (CT) certification within 12 months of hire, if not already certified. 

Key Responsibilities 

The selected candidate will be responsible for: 

• Performing CT procedures and producing diagnostic sectional/3D images
  
  


• Preparing and positioning patients for CT scans
  
  


• Reviewing patient clinical history and prescriptions
  
  


• Following appropriate CT protocols and coordinating with Radiologists/Referring Physicians when clarification is required
  
  


• Administering contrast media as prescribed
  
  


• Performing venipuncture and maintaining IV access
  
  


• Monitoring patients for adverse reactions
  
  


• Reviewing images through PACS for identification and diagnostic quality
  
  


• Coordinating outside studies/CDs and ensuring availability in PACS
  
  


• Providing appropriate patient instructions and addressing patient concerns
  
  


• Maintaining accurate documentation in EPIC/PACS
  
  


• Supporting patient care across different age groups and populations
  
  


• Participating in on-call, overtime, holiday, and weekend coverage as required 
  
  

Physical/Work Requirements 

• Ability to lift at least 25 lbs.
  
  


• Ability to push/pull at least 50 lbs.
  
  


• Ability to stand for a minimum of 6 hours per day