Cat Scan Technologist Lead, Imaging Tech Lead

Job Title: Imaging Technologist Lead

Location: Jersey City Medical Center

Department Name: Cat Scan

Req #: 0000269934

Status: Hourly

Shift: Day

Pay Range: $51.06 - $60.76 per hour

Pay Transparency:

The above reflects the anticipated hourly wage range for this position if hired to work in New Jersey.

The compensation offered to the candidate selected for the position will depend on several factors, including the candidate's educational background, skills and professional experience.

At RWJBarnabas Health, Cat Scan Technologist Lead become part of a purpose-driven environment where teamwork, precision, and compassionate care come together to support exceptional patient outcomes. This Cat Scan Technologist Lead role offers opportunities for professional growth, supportive collaboration, and a culture committed to quality, safety, and continuous improvement. A Cat Scan Technologist Lead is a specialized senior radiologic professional who oversees the daily clinical operations, workflow coordination, and technical standards of a Computed Tomography department while continuing to perform diagnostic scans. A Cat Scan Technologist Lead provides both expert technical skill and operational leadership within our advanced medical imaging environment. In the Cat Scan Technologist Lead role, you will perform high-level diagnostic and interventional imaging procedures while overseeing the daily department workflow, ensuring equipment compliance, and mentoring clinical staff. You will act as a vital bridge between tech staff, radiologists, and nursing leadership to maintain the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Joining RWJBarnabas Health means joining a community where every Cat Scan Technologist Lead is encouraged to grow, innovate, and make a meaningful impact.

A typical day for a Cat Scan Technologist Lead may include:

• Schedule daily assignments for staff and management of the patient flow.
• Assist management to ensure that the CT equipment is inspected and remains compliant.
• Order and maintain adequate storeroom supply levels.
• Perform quality control and check on equipment daily.
• Train new CT Technologists.
• Assist in MRI as needed.
• Ensures patient comfort, physical and mental well being during the examination.
• Analyzes patient physical condition, age and suspected pathology for proper technique.
• Assists Radiologist in performing certain radiographic procedures.
• Ensures that room is properly stocked with all needed supplies prior to the beginning of the procedure.
• Explains procedures, keeps patient informed of progress and assists patients in transferring onto/off examination table for procedures.
• Observes equipment for proper functioning and reports malfunctions to supervisor.
• Properly prepares room before patient enters and cleans it after patient exits.
• Properly uses the Radiology Information System to arrive, change if necessary and complete cases.
• Utilizes equipment appropriately for each type of examination.
• Verifies physician orders, documents completion on inpatient charts.

This role might be for you if:

• Clear, compassionate communication defines how you interact with patients, families, and colleagues
• Attention to detail and technical precision guide your work every day
• You remain calm and adaptable while managing a fast-paced clinical environment
• Patient safety and delivering high-quality diagnostic imaging are your top priorities
• You enjoy working collaboratively with providers and interdisciplinary care teams
• Continuous learning and professional growth motivate you
• Creating a positive, reassuring patient experience is central to your approach

To be considered for this Cat Scan Technologist Lead opportunity, you must:

• Graduate of an AMA approved School of Radiologic Technology
• hold a current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification
• hold an active New Jersey Radiologic Technologist license (NJDEP)
• CT experience required
• Successful completion of all Orientation Programs
• Maintains required BLS Heart Saver/Health Care Provider through American Heart Association