Title: CT Technologist - 252385
Location: 523 East 72nd Street, Manhattan New York 10021
Facility: Out-Patient Facility
- Pay for Travel: $2600-$2845/Week Gross (with stipends for travel)
- Pay for Local: ~$55-60/hr
Duration: 13 Week Contract OR Contract-to-Hire
Shift: Monday - Friday, 10:00am - 7:00pm | No Weekends, No Holidays
Start Date: ASAP Preferred, Flexible
Responsibilities
Operates computed tomography (CT) scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs of patient's body for diagnostic purposes by performing the following duties.
Duties
- Positions and immobilizes patient on examining table, using supportive devices to obtain precise patient position and following protocols specified by Radiologist.
- Administers contrast media intravenously; assists Physician/Nurse in intravenous administration.
- Enters data such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time, and other technical data into computer.
- Starts CT scanner to scan designated anatomical area of patient.
- Talks to patient over intercom system and observes patient through window of control room to monitor patient safety and comfort.
- Views images of organs or tissue on video display screen to ensure quality of pictures.
- Daily/Weekly Quality Assurance
- Evaluates radiographs, video tape, and computer generated information for technical quality.
Required Skills
- CT specialty training certification (ARRT-CT)
- NYS RT License with Injection
- Current BLS
