Job Title: CT Technologist
Location: NYC, NY
Duration: 03 months Contract
Schedule: 9:00A - 5:00P
Hourly rate: $68/hour on W2 (Negotiable)
Minimum Requirements- Minimum 2 years of CT Technologist experience
- Cardiac CT experience required
- Experience with the following CT equipment is required:
- Client NAEOTOM Alpha Peak
- Philips Brilliance iCT 256
Job Responsibilities- Perform CT procedures according to established protocols to ensure accurate, consistent, and high-quality diagnostic images.
- Select appropriate kV and mA settings to optimize image quality while minimizing radiation exposure.
- Perform daily quality control (QC) calibration checks to ensure equipment is functioning properly before patient exams.
- Administer radiopharmaceuticals as ordered by the physician and according to established protocols.
- Order patient-specific radiopharmaceutical doses one day prior to scheduled procedures.
- Receive and verify radiopharmaceutical deliveries, including confirming activity levels before administration.
- Perform quality control, quality assurance, and safety testing while adhering to ALARA radiation safety principles.
- Maintain patient imaging records and electronic data for radiologist interpretation.
- Complete all required documentation, including logs, manuals, charge documentation, and equipment issue reports, in compliance with regulatory standards.
- Assess and respond appropriately to patient needs before, during, and after imaging procedures to ensure patient safety and comfort.
Required Skills- Proficiency in performing CT procedures following established protocols.
- Strong knowledge of CT imaging techniques, quality assurance, and radiation safety practices.
- Ability to provide excellent patient care and exercise sound clinical judgment.
- Experience performing Cardiac CT examinations.
- Experience operating NAEOTOM Alpha Peak and Philips Brilliance iCT 256 CT scanners.