CT Technologist (Full-Time)
Company: Hackensack Meridian Health
Location: Hackensack
Posted on: March 18, 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. Responsibilties: A day in the life of a CT
Technologist at Hackensack Meridian Health includes: - Performs
complex CT procedures. - Evaluates radiographs to ensure that
radiographs contain proper identification and are of diagnostic
value. - 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. - Determines whether the patient has
been appropriately prepared for the procedure. - Preps patient for
scanning: (i.e. shielding, immobilization devices). - Assist
providers with CT guided Interventional procedures as required. -
Perform CT examination and administer contrast following
established departmental protocols. - 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. -
Performs venipuncture, IV patency, and maintenance procedures
according to established guidelines. - Monitors the patient's
physical condition during the procedure. - Reviews images to
determine if additional scans will enhance the diagnostic value of
the procedure. - Performs retrospective reconstruction on raw data.
- Provides technical assistance and instruction to students,
employees, and medical residents. - Adheres to the principals of
image gently & image wisely. - Follow & adheres to infection
control guidelines and sterile techniques. - Revises scanning
parameters to better visualize the pathology in accordance with
established protocol. - Reviews all diagnostic or therapeutic data
for completeness and accuracy. - Documents diagnostic, treatment,
and patient data in the appropriate record. - Archives images to
data storage devices according to established guidelines. -
Assesses equipment to determine acceptable performance based on
established guidelines. - 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. - Greets all patients when they arrive for their exam
utilizing AIDET standards. - Administers emergency care including
performing CPR, if necessary. - Responsible for scheduled shifts
including holidays and weekends. - Overtime as needed to provide
continual quality patient care. - On call assignments as needed per
Department of Radiology policy. - Adheres to the policy of Employee
ID, Standards of Behavior, Attendance, and Punctuality. -
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.). - Adheres to the standards identified
in the Medical Center's Organizational Competencies. - Performs
modality specific daily and monthly QA. - Other duties and/or
projects as assigned. - Adheres to HMH Organizational competencies
and standards of behavior. - 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: - High School diploma, general equivalency diploma (GED),
and/or GED equivalent programs. - Completion of an AMA approved
school of Radiologic Technology. - Excellent written and verbal
communication skills. - Proficient computer skills that may include
but are not limited to Microsoft Office and/or Google Suite
platforms. Licenses and Certifications Required: - American
Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT, CT) within 9 months of
entering position - NJ state license for Diagnostic Radiology
(D.R.) - AHA Basic Health Care Life Support HCP Certification
within 60 days of entering position Contacts: - Regular contact
with medical personnel and its visitors. If you feel the above
description speaks directly to your strengths and capabilities,
then please apply today!
Keywords: Hackensack Meridian Health, Hamilton , CT Technologist (Full-Time), Healthcare , Hackensack, New Jersey
