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Hackensack Meridian Health The CT Technologist performs computed tomography procedures and related techniques, producing sectional and three-dimensional images for the interpretation and assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures. Responsibilities Performs complex CT procedures. Evaluates radiographs 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, health care proxy and health care providers to prepare protocols for scanning and patient safety. Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure. Preps patient for scanning: (i.e. shielding, immobilization devices). Assist providers with CT guided Interventional procedures as required. Perform CT examination and administer contrast following established departmental protocols. Provides accurate explanations and instructions at any appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand. Performs venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance procedures according to established guidelines. Monitors the patient's physical condition during the procedure. Reviews images to determine if additional scans will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedure. Performs retrospective reconstruction on raw data. Provides technical assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical residents. Adheres to the principals of image gently & image wisely. Follow & adheres to infection control guidelines and sterile techniques. Revises scanning parameters to better visualize the pathology in accordance with established protocol. Reviews all diagnostic or therapeutic data for completeness and accuracy. Documents diagnostic, treatment, and patient data in the appropriate record. Archives images to data storage devices according to established guidelines. Assesses equipment to determine acceptable performance based on established guidelines. Performs daily clerical duties, which includes the use of EPIC, PACS, Teletracking System, computer system, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by hospital. Greets all patients when they arrive for their exam utilizing AIDET standards. Administers emergency care including performing CPR, if necessary. 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. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs. Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. Performs modality specific daily and monthly QA. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day. Qualifications High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Completion of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms. Licenses And Certifications Required American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, CT) within 9 months of entering position NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology (D.R.) AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
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CT Technologist - Full Time
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Hackensack Meridian Health The CT Technologist performs computed tomography procedures and related techniques, producing sectional and three-dimensional images for the interpretation and assists with interventional and therapeutic procedures. Responsibilities Performs complex CT procedures. Evaluates radiographs 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, health care proxy and health care providers to prepare protocols for scanning and patient safety. Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared for the procedure. Preps patient for scanning: (i.e. shielding, immobilization devices). Assist providers with CT guided Interventional procedures as required. Perform CT examination and administer contrast following established departmental protocols. Provides accurate explanations and instructions at any appropriate time and at a level the patient can understand. Performs venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance procedures according to established guidelines. Monitors the patient's physical condition during the procedure. Reviews images to determine if additional scans will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedure. Performs retrospective reconstruction on raw data. Provides technical assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical residents. Adheres to the principals of image gently & image wisely. Follow & adheres to infection control guidelines and sterile techniques. Revises scanning parameters to better visualize the pathology in accordance with established protocol. Reviews all diagnostic or therapeutic data for completeness and accuracy. Documents diagnostic, treatment, and patient data in the appropriate record. Archives images to data storage devices according to established guidelines. Assesses equipment to determine acceptable performance based on established guidelines. Performs daily clerical duties, which includes the use of EPIC, PACS, Teletracking System, computer system, patient scheduling, and other computer systems as added by hospital. Greets all patients when they arrive for their exam utilizing AIDET standards. Administers emergency care including performing CPR, if necessary. 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. Identifies the needs of the patient population served and modifies and delivers care that is specific to those needs. Adheres to the standards identified in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. Performs modality specific daily and monthly QA. Other duties and/or projects as assigned. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and standards of behavior. Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day. Qualifications High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. Completion of an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology. Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Proficient computer skills that may include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite platforms. Licenses And Certifications Required American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, CT) within 9 months of entering position NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology (D.R.) AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification within 60 days of entering position HMH is committed to pay equity and transparency for our team members. The posted rate of pay in this job posting is a reasonable good faith estimate of the minimum base pay for this role at the time of posting in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Act and does not reflect the full value of our market-competitive total rewards package.
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