Travel CT Technologist - $2,799 per week

Company: Hackensack Meridian Health - 30 Prospect Avenue
Location: Hackensack
Posted on: February 5, 2025

Job Description:

• Job Details
• Job Summary: The Cat Scan Technologist performs computer tomography procedures and related techniques, producing sectional and three-dimensional images for interpretation and assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures.
• Essential Generic Job Functions:
• - 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 patient 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.
  • Job Requirements
  • 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.
  • A minimum of 2 years of CT experience on Siemens Equipment.
    • Schedule Information
    • This Day Shift Position will include 5 - 8 hour shifts, Monday - Friday and every third weekend.
    • Must be willing to cover 1 weekend of OnCall obligations if needed.
      • Additional Details
      • Applicants with immediate availability to start will be heavily considered.

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