Radiology Technologist - Neptune, NJ - AK 26-15193

Published: 6/14/2022

Healthcare

Job Description

Job Title: Radiology Technologist
Location: Neptune, NJ
Job Type: Contract
Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift & Schedule: Night Shift | 11:30 PM – 8:00 AM or 9:30 PM – 8:00 AM | 5 Shifts of 8 Hours or 4 Shifts of 10 Hours
Additional Schedule Requirements: Every other weekend and holidays required. No on-call or floating requirements.

Pay Rate:
Local: $60–$62/hr
Traveler: $62–$64/hr

Note: This job doesn’t offer any benefits.

Position Overview

We are seeking a qualified Radiology Technologist to perform diagnostic X-ray examinations and provide safe, high-quality imaging services. The ideal candidate will be skilled in radiographic equipment operation, patient positioning, and radiation safety procedures.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic X-ray examinations using appropriate patient positioning and technical factors.
Operate radiographic equipment and use immobilization devices when necessary.
Apply collimation techniques to minimize unnecessary radiation exposure.
Perform portable X-ray examinations in patient rooms, operating rooms, and the Emergency Department.
Verify patient identification, label images correctly, and complete imaging documentation.
Prepare radiopaque contrast media and assist physicians with contrast procedures.
Maintain imaging equipment, examination rooms, records, and related documentation.
Assist patients with mobility and safe transfers onto and off examination tables.
Adapt communication and care to patients’ ages, abilities, cultural backgrounds, languages, and accessibility needs.
Follow radiation safety procedures, organizational policies, and competency standards.

Required Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent.
Completion of an accredited Radiologic Technology program.
Completion of required clinical training and American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) requirements.
Valid New Jersey state license.
Meet applicable national registry requirements and pass the required examination.
Ability to position patients safely, operate X-ray equipment, and follow radiation safety procedures.
Ability to lift at least 5 pounds, push and pull at least 10 pounds, and stand for at least 6 hours per day.