CT Technologist - $48-58 per hour
Company: Stability Direct
Location: Hartsdale
Posted on: January 19, 2025
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Job Description:
Stability Direct is seeking a CT Technologist for a job in
Hartsdale, New York.Job Description & Requirements
CT Technologist--
Position Summary
Performs routine and some special procedure imaging. Prepares
patient for procedures. Assists radiologists. Prepares, operates
and cares for the equipment being used. Processes images /CDs when
needed. Adheres to established--radiology standards of care.
Applies principles of radiation protection, when appropriate to
minimize exposure to patient, self and others. Assumes
responsibility for assigned area and duties. Adheres to hospital
wide customer service--programs. Performs other duties as assigned,
such as quality assurance. Performs diagnostic and some special
procedure medical radiographic images utilizing CAT scan equipment.
Exercises--professional judgment in performance of procedures.
Essential Functions and Responsibilities Includes the
Following:
1. Understands and adheres to the WPH Performance Standards,
Policies and Behaviors Prepares and positions--patients correctly
for specific examinations, observing different and special
requirements for each protocol--including proper documentation on
images and required body part questionnaires
2. Assumes responsibilities for designated areas and/ or procedures
and produces good technical images, reviewing--completed exams for
quality, completeness for the type of test ordered
3. Assists physicians during procedures as necessary
4. Performs equipment Quality assurance and calibrations as needed,
lets Sr. staff know when supplies are low and--need to be
ordered.
5. Will be required to work in case of emergency procedures or when
situations arise in the department. Works on--call, holiday,
overtime and/or day, evening, and overnight shift coverage to help
maintain adequate and safe--coverage for the department
6. Maintains the cleanliness of all work areas, equipment, and
accessories. Reports all malfunctioning equipment to--Bio Med or
Senior staff
7. Processes images, or prints CD's if needed
8. Performs routine office duties, such as answering phones,
checking previous reports/ films, documents
information on patients' in EPIC, hospital RIS and PACs digital
x-ray system
9. Notifies transport when patients are ready to be picked up or
returned to floors
10. May be assigned as an instructor or preceptor
11. Will treat all people/staff in a professional and courteous
manner, upholding the hospitals behavioral standards.
12. Introduces self, uses 2 patient identifiers, and explains the
exam to the patient and/or family member.
13. Knowledgeable and skillful in providing care and meeting the
physical and psychosocial needs of different patient
populations including neonate/newborn, pediatric/adolescent,
adults, and geriatric groups
14. Performs New York State and ACR quality assurance tasks and
calibrations
15. Performs other related duties as required, attends staff
meetings and in-services
16. Duties and hours may change according to the needs of the
department or hospital
17. On standby/ call for emergency department coverage
18. Performs all other related duties as assigned
19. Aware of department specific protocols and policies; such as
Stroke Program / Code Gray, IV & Oral contrast, etc.
Education & Experience Requirements
----The CAT Scan Technologist must be a graduate of an allied
health education and accredited radiography school
or hospital-based program. NY State DOH Licensure--or Limited
Permit--required. ARRT registered (RT) and--radiograph
----(R) and or (CT) certified and / or NMTCB registered (CNMT), and
documented training and experience in--operating CT equipment and
radiation physics and protection.
----Passing advanced CT examination /certification within 1 year
from date of hire.
----Continuing education requirements need to be upheld to meet the
standards set forth by governing bodies.
----DOH IV certification preferred or by completion of 6-month
orientation.
----BLS certification through the (AHA) American Heart Association
is required or must be completed with 90 days of--hire.
----Radiation dose pledge for both Image Gently and Image Wisely
through the American College of Radiology
Core Competencies
----Teamwork,
----adaptability,
----communication skills,
----problem-solving skills,
----planning and organizing,
----attention to detail,
----judgment and
----decisions making skills,
----stress tolerance.
Physical/Mental Demands/Requirements & Work Environment
----Must be able to remain in stationary position 50% of the
time
----The person in this position needs to occasionally move about
the department to access patients and paperwork.
----Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity
machinery
----The person in this position frequently communicates with
patients who have questions about their test and must be
able to exchange accurate information in these situations.
----Frequently move and position patients for exams
----May be exposed to chemicals necessary to perform required
tasks. Any hazardous chemicals the employee may be
exposed to are listed in the hospital's SDS (Safety Data Sheet)
data base and may be accessed through the
hospital's Intranet site (Employee Tools/SDS Access).--
Stability Direct Job ID #5344. Posted job title: CT Technologist
About Stability DirectStability Direct, Stability Healthcare's
boutique permanent placement division was formed in 2022 with a
mission of becoming a service leader in the industry.-- In a very
short period of time, we have become the staffing partner of choice
for award-winning and reputable health systems across the country
including Adventist Health, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center,
Jupiter Medical Center, Roper Hospital, and Southeast Georgia
Health System.-- With decades of wide-ranging direct placement
experience and an unwavering dedication to white glove service, we
have found that by utilizing a truly collaborative and personalized
approach that we are able to solve even the most complex staffing
challenges that hospitals face today.Benefits
Keywords: Stability Direct, Plainfield , CT Technologist - $48-58 per hour, Other , Hartsdale, New Jersey
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