CT Technologist (Lead)-Mount Sinai Hospital - Full Time - Monday-Friday, 4 PM - 12 AM
About The Position
The CT Technologist performs CT scans and other diagnostic examinations of anatomical areas as ordered or directed, following established standards, procedures, and written protocols. The role applies technical judgment to obtain diagnostically acceptable images based on patient needs and coordinates scan protocols with the radiologist. In the absence of a supervisor, the CT Technologist provides leadership and direction to support personnel, delegates responsibilities, assists with staff orientation, and assigns break and mealtime coverage. The position also supports physicians during procedures, including CT biopsies, and provides patients with relevant education and instructions. The role operates CT imaging equipment and contrast injectors, performs quality assurance, applies radiation-protection and infection-control practices, ensures images are labeled and transmitted appropriately, maintains equipment and room cleanliness and supplies, and completes required patient tracking, scheduling, and exam documentation in IDX.
Requirements
- Graduate of an AMA/J.C.E.R.T.-approved program in Radiologic Technology.
- At least 5 years of progressive CT experience.
- Excellent technical skills and knowledge of cross-sectional anatomy, physiology, and positioning.
- New York State License (L.R.T.).
- American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) registration and current CT certification.
- Current CPR certification.
Responsibilities
- Prepare and position patients for imaging procedures.
- Perform CT scans and other diagnostic examinations.
- Use technical judgment to obtain diagnostically acceptable studies according to written protocols and patient needs.
- Provide leadership and direction to support personnel in the absence of a supervisor, delegate responsibilities, assist with staff-technologist orientation, and assign break and mealtime coverage as appropriate.
- Educate patients about imaging procedures, the area to be imaged, and any necessary instructions.
- Operate CT-associated radiographic imaging equipment, including injectors.
- Prepare patients with aseptic solutions and sterile drapes.
- Prepare sterile surgical instruments and supplies for CT biopsy examinations.
- Assist physicians with room setup and procedures, including handling guide wires and catheters, as required.
- Load and program contrast-media power injectors according to departmental procedures.
- Prepare and operate equipment, set controls, and establish programs under the radiologist's direction.
- Coordinate scan protocols with the radiologist.
- Minimize radiation exposure to patients and staff by practicing radiation-protection techniques.
- Perform required quality-assurance procedures.
- Ensure images are labeled according to departmental standard operating procedures.
- Evaluate radiographs for technical acceptability and ensure images are transmitted to PACS promptly.
- Keep the radiology room and equipment clean at the start and end of the shift, including removing soiled or dirty linen.
- Maintain necessary imaging-room supplies and accessories.
- Enter required patient-tracking information into IDX, schedule exams in IDX as required, and complete studies in IDX in a timely manner.
- Call for inpatients as required.
- Perform related clerical duties when support personnel are absent.
- Notify a supervisor or appropriate personnel about needed equipment repairs or unsafe conditions.
- Prevent infection transmission by following infection-control policies and protocols.
- Attend required in-services and professional-development meetings.
- Maintain job-specific licensure in good standing and comply with Article 35 of the Public Health Code.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
