CT Tech

Montefiore Nyack Hospital•Village of Nyack, NY

72d•Onsite

About The Position

The CT Tech operates a computed tomography scanner to produce cross-sectional radiographs for diagnostic purposes and administers oral and/or intravenous contrast media as ordered. The role performs CT exams, including trauma and other high-risk procedures, while following physician orders, radiologist guidance, ARRT and ACR standards, and hospital protocols. The CT Tech monitors patients during examinations, handles equipment safely, maintains a clean and prepared work area, and completes or hands off work before leaving. The position also participates in hospital and departmental quality, education, and performance activities. Work is scheduled for an evening shift, with weekdays, rotating scheduling, on-call, weekend call, and weekend and holiday coverage indicated.

Requirements

Associate degree required.
One year of general radiographic experience.
One year of CT experience.
ARRT (American Registry of Radiologic Technologists) certification required upon hire.
New York State Department of Health radiologic licensure required upon hire.
BLS certification from the American Heart Association required within 90 days.
IV certification required within 90 days; training is available onsite.
Ability to lift and position patients and move heavy mobile equipment.
Ability to work on one's feet for most of the day.
Ability to work in a high-stress area while maintaining a positive attitude.

Responsibilities

Demonstrate competency in CT exams, including positioning, labeling, patient identification, laterality markers, and following CT protocols.
Determine the number of scans and amount of IV contrast based on patient size; operate the CT scanner and administer contrast to obtain images as ordered.
Consult with the Radiologist when needed to determine whether additional scanning is required.
Perform trauma and other high-risk radiologic procedures in CT.
Prepare the CT room and supplies before the first patient and keep the room and work area neat and clean.
Explain procedures to patients, ease anxiety, and prepare them for CT examinations.
Observe patients during examinations, recognize and report abnormal changes, assess pain that may interfere with imaging, and contact a physician or nurse as appropriate.
Select suitable patient positioning and shielding, and follow radiation-safety requirements, including ALARA.
Interact professionally with patients, families, and coworkers, including in a high-stress environment.
Complete exams, review images, and send them to the PACS system for Radiologist interpretation.
Complete work or provide an appropriate hand-off before clocking out.
Perform duties according to ARRT standards, ACR standards, and Nyack Hospital protocols.
Set up the room, sterile trays, and injector; prepare patients and establish a sterile field as needed.
Handle equipment safely.
Complete IV contrast screening and Metformin patient education forms when required.
Wear identification while on duty and use the computerized punch-time system correctly.
Attend departmental in-services, Mega Education, staff meetings, and department meetings; review and sign meeting minutes when absent.
Participate in performance improvement and continuous quality improvement activities.
Rotate hospital holidays and participate in the mandate rotation to cover open shifts when necessary under the CWA union contract.
Communicate the hospital's mission, ethics, and goals.
Provide positive customer interactions, communicate across cultures and beliefs, address customer concerns, comply with customer-service behaviors, and escort customers when necessary.
Participate in department and hospital-wide improvement activities, maintain professional knowledge, meet licensure and certification requirements, and participate in annual competency assessments.
Use equipment and supplies prudently and follow the charge process for supplies and equipment.
Complete projects and assignments within expected timelines.