Job Title: CT Technologist – Local Candidates Only
Location: New York, NY 10025
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks
Local Candidates Required: Yes
Traveler Candidates Required: No
Pay Rate
Local: $70–$75 per hour
Note: This job doesn't offer any benefits.
Position Overview
We are seeking a qualified CT Technologist to perform computed tomography (CT) procedures according to prescribed protocols, ensuring accurate, consistent, and high-quality diagnostic imaging. The candidate must have CT experience, strong technical knowledge, and the ability to assess and respond appropriately to patient needs before, during, and after radiology procedures.
Required Qualifications
Graduate of a JRCERT-approved School of Radiologic Technology.
Valid New York State License in Radiologic Technology (L.R.T.).
Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification in Radiography.
Current ARRT certification in Computed Tomography (CT).
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
New York State Department of Health licensure as a Radiologic Technologist.
Minimum 1 year of CT experience.
Demonstrated competency in performing CT procedures according to prescribed protocols.
Knowledge of imaging techniques, equipment calibration, quality assurance, and radiation safety.
Ability to assess patient needs and respond appropriately before, during, and after procedures.
Strong attention to detail and commitment to diagnostic image quality and patient safety.
Responsibilities
Perform CT procedures according to established protocols to ensure uniformity, accuracy, and diagnostic image quality.
Utilize appropriate kV and mA techniques to obtain high-quality diagnostic CT images.
Perform daily quality control and calibration checks on imaging equipment before conducting patient studies.
Administer prescribed radiopharmaceuticals or radioactive materials according to physician orders and established protocols, as applicable to assigned procedures.
Complete required departmental documentation, including logs, manuals, and charge documents.
Report equipment malfunctions and other issues in accordance with departmental policies and regulatory requirements.
Perform quality control, quality assurance, and radiation safety tests.
Follow radiation safety guidelines and the ALARA principle (As Low As Reasonably Achievable).
Maintain, develop, and retrieve patient films and electronic imaging data for radiologist interpretation.
Order patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses one day before scheduled use, as applicable.
Receive delivered radiopharmaceuticals and verify receipt according to established policies and procedures.
Verify radiopharmaceutical activity levels before administration.
Exercise appropriate judgment to assess patient needs and provide safe, effective care throughout radiology visits.
Special Requirements
Local candidates only; travelers are not accepted.