CT Technologist - Full Time
Company: Hackensack Meridian Health
Location: Newark
Posted on: March 3, 2026
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Job Description:
Description: Our team members are the heart of what makes us
better. At Hackensack Meridian Health we help our patients live
better, healthier lives — and we help one another to succeed. With
a culture rooted in connection and collaboration, our employees are
team members. Here, competitive benefits are just the beginning.
It’s also about how we support one another and how we show up for
our community. Together, we keep getting better - advancing our
mission to transform healthcare and serve as a leader of positive
change. 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. Wednesday and Saturday nights from 7:30p to
7:30am. Third shift will be floating nights. Responsibilties: A day
in the life of a CT Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health
includes: 1. Performs complex CT procedures. 2. Evaluates
radiographs to ensure that radiographs contain proper
identification and are of diagnostic value. 3. 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. The collection
of information is determined by the patient's needs or condition.
4. Determines whether the patient has been appropriately prepared
for the procedure. 5. Preps patient for scanning: (i.e. shielding,
immobilization devices). 6. Assist providers with CT guided
Interventional procedures as required. 7. Perform CT examination
and administer contrast following established departmental
protocols. 8. 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. 9. Performs venipuncture, IV
patency, and maintenance procedures according to established
guidelines. 10. Monitors the patient's physical condition during
the procedure. 11. Reviews images to determine if additional scans
will enhance the diagnostic value of the procedure. 12. Performs
retrospective reconstruction on raw data. 13. Provides technical
assistance and instruction to students, employees, and medical
residents. 14. Adheres to the principals of image gently & image
wisely. 15. Follow & adheres to infection control guidelines and
sterile techniques. 16. Revises scanning parameters to better
visualize the pathology in accordance with established protocol.
17. Reviews all diagnostic or therapeutic data for completeness and
accuracy. 18. Documents diagnostic, treatment, and patient data in
the appropriate record. 19. Archives images to data storage devices
according to established guidelines. 20. Assesses equipment to
determine acceptable performance based on established guidelines.
21. 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. 22. Greets all
patients when they arrive for their exam utilizing AIDET standards.
23. Administers emergency care including performing CPR, if
necessary. 24. Responsible for scheduled shifts including holidays
and weekends. 25. Overtime as needed to provide continual quality
patient care. 26. On call assignments as needed per Department of
Radiology policy. 27. Adheres to the policy of Employee ID,
Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality. 28. 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.). 29. Adheres to the standards identified in the
Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. 30. Performs modality
specific daily and monthly QA. 31. Other duties and/or projects as
assigned. 32. Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies and
standards of behavior. 33. Lifts a minimum of 25 lbs., pushes and
pulls a minimum of 50 lbs. and stands a minimum of 6 hours a day.
Qualifications: Education, Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Required: 1. High School diploma, general equivalency diploma
(GED), and/or GED equivalent programs. 2. Completion of an AMA
approved school of Radiologic Technology. 3. Excellent written and
verbal communication skills. 4. Proficient computer skills that may
include but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
platforms. Licenses and Certifications Required: 1. American
Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, CT) within 9 months of
entering position 2. NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology
(D.R.) 3. AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification
within 60 days of entering position If you feel the above
description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities,
then please apply today!
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