Hiring Travel CT Technologist

Job description

Sage Group HealthCare Staffing is seeking a Travel CT Technologist for a travel / contract position in Hackensack, NJ. Accepting both local and traveler candidates.

Benefits

• Guaranteed Hours
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus
• License and certification reimbursement
• Mileage reimbursement
• Holiday Pay
• Retention bonus

Description

• 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