Travel CT Technologist - per week

RadHealth+ is seeking a travel CT Technologist for a travel job in Hackensack, New Jersey.

Job Description & Requirements

Specialty: CT Technologist

Discipline: Allied Health Professional

Duration: 13 weeks

40 hours per week

Shift: 8 hours, nights

Employment Type: Travel

Role: CT Scan Technologist

Location: Hackensack, NJ

Shift: Tuesday - Saturday 11pm-7am

Pay: 3500$/Week

Job Description

The Cat Scan Technologist performs computer tomography procedures and related techniques, producing sectional and three-dimensional images for the interpretation and assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures.

Essential Generic Job Functions (List in order of importance):

-Performs complex CT procedures.

-Uses professional judgment when reviewing and obtaining patient’s clinical history for procedures, ensuring information is documented and scanned into PACS.

-Prepares, screens and reviews the accuracy of the contrast questionnaire with patient and/or family member and scan into EPIC.

-Identifies and/or administers contrast media related to CT exams as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.

-Reviews the patient prescription to verify appropriateness of exam and if incorrect, communicates with the Radiologist and Referring Physician to obtain additional clinical information or a new prescription.

-Responsible for calling physicians to clarify the prescription in accordance with the appropriate CT protocols.

-Responsible for verifying insurance authorized exam script and send exam modification forms to Finance for insurance re-verification.

-Responsible for obtaining outside studies (CD) then scheduling them in EPIC so the CD and reports are available in PACS in order to be compared by Radiologists.

-Responsible for providing exam copies to the patient and requesting physician and/or family member.

-Evaluates radiographs using PACS System to ensure that radiographs contain proper identification and are of diagnostic value.

-Uses consistent and appropriate techniques to gather relevant information from the medical record, significant others and health care providers to prepare protocols for scanning and patient safety.

-The collection of information is determined by the patient’s needs or condition.

-Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure.

-Preps patient for scanning: (i.e. shielding, immobilization devices).

-Determines appropriate type and dose of contrast to be administered.

-Provides accurate explanations and instructions at any appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand. Addresses and documents patient questions and concerns regarding the procedure when appropriate.

-Performs venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance procedures according to established guidelines.

-Monitors the patient’s physical condition for any adverse reactions during the procedure.

-Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays and weekends.

-Overtime as needed to provide continual quality patients care.

-On call assignments as needed per Department of Radiology policy.

-Adheres to the policy of Employee ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality.

-Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.

-Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs (i.e., age, culture, language, hearing and /or visually impaired, etc.).

-This process includes communicating with the patient, parent, and/or primary caregiver(s) at their level (developmental/age, educational, literacy, etc.).

-Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center’s Organizational Competencies and Standards of Behavior.

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Skills: Required Skills & Experience:

-Knowledge of anatomy and physiology and radiological positioning of the human body.

-Understanding mechanical attributes of CT software and hardware.

-Thorough knowledge of PACS system.

-Maintains CEU Credits.

-Team members must achieve ARRT (CT) certification within the twelve months following their hire date.

-American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within following three months of hire date.

Preferred Skills & Experience:

-Six months CT experience preferred.

-Knowledge of Epic and any HIS/RIS system added by the hospital.

Tuesday - Saturday 11pm-7am (Sunday & Monday OFF)

Education: Required Education:

-Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program.

-High School diploma or equivalent.

Preferred Education:

-N/A

Required Certifications & Licensure:

-NJ DEP Diagnostic Radiography License.

-ARRT Certified R.T.(R) license required.

-American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification.

Preferred Certifications & Licensure:

-ARRT certified R.T. (CT) license preferred.

Documents Required

Updated resume

BLS Certification

ARRT (CT) certification

Driving License

Covid Card

2 Supervisory References

Skills Checklist

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