Radiologic Technologist and Cat Scan Technologist- Full time/Part time/Per Diem positions

Summary:

A licensed practitioner responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation to patients for diagnostic purposes.

Performs a wide variety of radiologic procedures in accordance with established and approved protocols and standards.

Operates all radiographic equipment in a safe and responsible manner following appropriate ALARA guidelines.

Supports the Virtua Mission and Vision statement and upholds the Virtua Values and STAR behaviors. Adheres to all Virtua policies and procedures.

Position Responsibilities:

• Rad Tech: Performs radiologic procedures for all patient populations according to protocols established by the radiologist, while applying principals of radiation safety and protection at all times. Evaluates images with goal of producing radiographic images of the highest diagnostic quality.

• Cat Scan Tech: Consistently performs high quality CT scan studies for our patient populations according to protocols established by the radiologist. Demonstrates knowledge of routine and non-routine CT exams and applies those principles to obtain high quality images based upon the patients age, habitus and/or disease process. May also perform more extensive radiologic and CT scanning functions for diagnostic purposes

• Consistently provides thorough and accurate documentation. Obtains pertinent medical information prior to the procedure, reviews and verifies physicians’ orders. Documents correct side, LMP etc.

• Demonstrates appropriate and effective use of all radiographic equipment and computer systems such as RIS, PACS, Web viewer, ADW workstation and other hospital based computer or PC systems.

Training/Certifications/Licensure:

Registered or registry eligible by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist (A.R.R.T.)

NJDEP licensure required.

CPR certification preferred.