Job Summary
CT Technologist, CT — Performs complex computed tomography procedures and produces sectional and three-dimensional images for diagnostic interpretation. The role includes patient preparation, contrast administration, image evaluation, venipuncture, intravenous patency maintenance, and collaboration with radiologists and referring physicians to support safe, accurate patient care.
Job Details
- Schedule: Tuesday through Friday, 8:30 AM–7:00 PM, four 10-hour shifts, with a minimum of 40 hours per week. Every other weekend and one holiday are required. On-call assignments are required.
- Required Qualifications:
- Three years of experience
- Graduate of a Radiologic Technologist program
- High school diploma or equivalent
- New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Diagnostic Radiography License
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certified R.T. (R) license
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
- Knowledge of anatomy and physiology, radiological positioning, computed tomography software and hardware, and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS) applications
- Ability to perform outpatient computed tomography procedures, venipuncture, and intravenous patency and maintenance procedures
- Ability to lift at least 25 pounds, push and pull at least 50 pounds, and stand for at least six hours per day
- Preferred Qualifications:
- More than five years of experience
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certified R.T. (CT) license
- Outpatient computed tomography experience
- Experience in a Level I trauma center
- Knowledge of Electronic Medical Record (EPIC) and Hospital Information System/Radiology Information System (HIS/RIS) applications
- Additional Information:
- Performs complex computed tomography examinations and determines appropriate scanning protocols and contrast administration.
- Reviews patient histories, prescriptions, contrast questionnaires, and preparation requirements before procedures.
- Monitors patients for adverse reactions and provides explanations and instructions at an appropriate level of understanding.
- Evaluates images for proper identification and diagnostic quality.
- Documents relevant clinical information and maintains continuing education credits.
- Provides care tailored to patient age, culture, language, literacy, and physical or sensory needs.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
