CT Technologist

Position Summary Reporting to and functioning under the general supervision of the Supervisor, the CT Technologist prepares for and operates a CT Scanner following specific physician orders. Produces detailed computer-generated scans of patients for diagnostic and interventional information. Assists patients onto scanner, verifies patient identification prior to scan, selects patient from worklist, ensures exam is archived on the PACS and completed properly in the RIS. Maintains facilities in proper order. Must keep abreast of all new CT procedures. Shift Information Every other Saturday overnight, 11 p.m.-7 a.m. 1 holiday per year. Job Location The Valley Hospital-Paramus Shift Night (United States of America). Requirements Education: Completion from an accredited Radiology Technology program and registered by the ARRT in CT. Existing employees must obtain advanced CT Certification within one (1) year of employment. Experience: One year of practical experience preferred as a staff radiologic technologist. CT experience preferred. Skills Registered in Radiologic Technology with advanced CT certification from the ARRT and a current and valid license from the State of NJ DEP. Current CPR certification through the American Heart Association. BLS certification required. Physical dexterity to operate sensitive equipment and ability to perform a variety of CT exams on patients. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and vascular systems. Excellent interpersonal communication (oral, written, presentation) skills. Ability to perform tasks accurately with attention to detail and to switch between tasks without loss of efficiency or composure. Ability to function independently and competently in stressful situations. Responds positively to changes in the work environment and works well in various settings, adjusting according to patient needs. Cooperative teamwork with health‑system staff, patients, family members, co‑workers, and multidisciplinary team members (e.g., physicians, Patient Care Services staff). Effective time management to set priorities, perform job‑related responsibilities, and respond quickly to emergency situations. Analytical and critical thinking skills to effectively problem‑solve. Benefits Medical/Prescription, Dental & Vision Discount Program (Full Time/Part Time Employees) Group Term Life Insurance and AD&D (Full Time Employees) Flexible Spending Accounts and Commuter Benefit Plans Supplemental Voluntary Benefits (e.g., Short-term and Long-term Disability, Whole Life Insurance, Legal Support, etc.) 6 Paid Holidays, Paid Time Off (varies), Wellness Time Off, Extended Illness Retirement Plan Tuition Assistance Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Valley Health LifeStyles Fitness Center Membership Discount Day Care Discounts for Various Daycare Facilities Pay Range Pay Range: $47.80 - $59.75 per hour. Actual individual salaries vary depending on these factors. The salary listed does not include other forms of compensation or benefits. EEO Statement Valley Health System does not discriminate on the basis of ancestry, age, atypical hereditary cellular or blood trait, civil union status, color, creed, disability, domestic partnership, gender, gender identity or expression, familial status, genetic information, liability for service in the Armed Forces of the United States, marital status, medical condition or illness, mental or physical handicap, national origin, nationality, perceived disability, pregnancy, race, refusal to submit to genetic testing or make available results of such tests, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran’s status or any other protected basis, in accordance with all applicable Federal, State and Local laws. This applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, hiring, training and development, promotion, transfer, termination, layoff, compensation, benefits, social and recreational programs, and all other conditions and privileges of employment. #J-18808-Ljbffr