James Villalba, R.T. (R) (CT)
Mount Arlington,NJ
Summary
Seasoned CT Technologist with over 20 years of experience operating advanced imaging equipment in high-pressure trauma settings. Ensures compliance with hospital protocols and regulatory standards while prioritizing patient safety and confidentiality. Specializes in diverse CT scanning protocols, enhancing diagnostic accuracy and patient care. Streamlines PACS workflow and optimizes protocols to boost operational efficiency in radiology departments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
5
5
years of post-secondary education
24
24
years of professional experience
Work History
CT Technologist
Hackensack University Medical Center
Hackensack, NJ
01.2026 - 10.2026
- Local Contract
- Siemens ALPHA, Siemens GO-TOP, Siemens FLASH
- Level I Trauma Center
- Ensured quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by adhering to hospital and regulatory guidelines during patient information collection and imaging procedures.
- EPIC
- FUJI PACS
- Performed CT scanning protocols for trauma, stroke, critical, cardiac, neuro, adult, pediatric, and geriatric patients.
CT Technologist
Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
12.2024 - 12.2025
- Local Contract
- GE APEX, GE REVOLUTION, GE VCT
- EPIC
- GE PACS
- LEVEL 1 TRAUMA CENTER
- Maintained highest levels of quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines during patient information collection and imaging procedures.
CT Technologist
Chilton Medical Centre
Pompton Plains, NJ
09.2024 - 11.2024
- Local Contract
- GE APEX, GE VCT, GE REVOLUTION
- GE PACS
- EPIC
- Maintained high levels of quality, safety, and patient confidentiality by following hospital and regulatory guidelines when collecting patient information and conducting imaging procedures.
CT Technologist
The Valley Hospital
Ridgewood, NJ
03.2019 - 04.2024
- My duties include performing CT exams on patients of all ages in accordance with department protocols in a hospital setting.
- CT exams include various CTA exams, Neuro, Body, contrast and non-contrast studies.
- Inpatient, ER, and outpatient services were performed.
- Overnight imaging transmission utilizing Imaging On-Call (IOC) service.
- Meditech
- 5 yrs 2 mo
CT Technologist
Morristown Medical Center
Morristown, NJ
12.2013 - 02.2022
- Level 1 Trauma hospital located in Morristown, NJ.
- Performed CT exams on patients of all ages following department protocols in trauma level setting.
- Delivered end of shift reports to management, ensuring accurate communication of patient care and exam results.
- Conducted a variety of CT exams including neuro, body, extremities, CTA, cardiac CTA, contrast and non-contrast studies, trauma and stroke exams, and brain perfusion studies in acute care, critical care, inpatient, ER, and outpatient settings.
- PRN
- EPIC
- Worked in a fast-paced acute care hospital environment providing critical support.
- 8 yrs 3 mos
CT Technologist
Chilton Medical Center
Pompton Plains, NJ
12.2006 - 02.2022
- Located in Pompton Plains, NJ.
- Performed various CT exams on patients of all ages, ensuring compliance with department protocols.
- Conducted CT studies including neuro, body, extremities, CTA, stroke, and perfusion studies.
- ER, Inpatient, and Outpatient exams.
- Submitted studies via Telerad services during overnight hours, facilitating timely review and diagnosis.
- Worked full-time in a high-demand medical environment.
- 15 yrs 3 mo
CT Technologist
St. Joseph's University Medical Center
Paterson, NJ
09.2016 - 08.2021
- Level 2 Trauma hospital located in Paterson, NJ.
- Performed CT exams on patients of all ages according to department protocols in a trauma level setting.
- Conducted diverse CT exams, including CTA, Neuro, Body, extremities, Cardiac CTA, trauma and stroke exams, brain perfusion studies, and pediatric trauma, utilizing 3D Vtrea workstation and TeleRad services for overnight imaging transmission.
- Completed four shifts monthly based on staffing requirements.
- Cerner (Oracle Health)
- Teaching Hospital
- 5 yrs
CT Technologist
Union Hospital
Union, NJ
06.2002 - 12.2006
- Executed diagnostic x-ray and limited CT exams for diverse patient population, adhering to department protocols to ensure quality care.
- Employment terminated due to hospital closure at that time
- Worked as full-time staff member, supporting daily operations.
- 4 yrs 7 mo
Education
MRI Certification Course -
North Jersey Imaging Academy at PCCC
Passaic, NJ 10.2020 - 04.2021
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Radiologic Sciences (BS)
Adventist University of Health Science
Orlando, FL 09.2005 - 08.2007
Associate of Science - Radiography Program (AA)
Essex County College
Newark, NJ 09.2000 - 06.2002
Forensic Science and Technology
John Jay College (CUNY)
New York, NY 09.1998 - 06.1999
Thomas A. Edison, H.S.
Jamaica, NYSkills
- SIEMENS Alpha, Go-Top, Flash
- Contrast media administration via MEDRAD and GE injectors
- GE Apex, Revolution, VCT
- Advanced CT imaging
- Trauma, Neuro, and Cardiac protocols
- 3D imaging techniques
- Quality control
- Patient safety
- Radiology regulations
- Protocol enhancement
- PACS operations
- Epic
- Cerner (Oracle Health)
- Meditech
- BLS certified
- HIPAA
Skills
- Experience with SIEMENS Alpha, Go-Top, and AS Flash
- Experience with GE Apex, Revolution, and VCT
- Experience with contrast power injectors including MEDRAD and GE
- EPIC and CERNER charting systems
- Bilingual in Spanish
Certification
ARRT Certified ID 361615
DEP NJ STATE license 636013
BLS certification by AHA (expires 8/2027)
Timeline
CT Technologist
Hackensack University Medical Center
01.2026 - 10.2026
CT Technologist
Morristown Medical Center
12.2024 - 12.2025
CT Technologist
Chilton Medical Centre
09.2024 - 11.2024
MRI Certification Course -
North Jersey Imaging Academy at PCCC
10.2020 - 04.2021
CT Technologist
The Valley Hospital
03.2019 - 04.2024
CT Technologist
St. Joseph's University Medical Center
09.2016 - 08.2021
CT Technologist
Morristown Medical Center
12.2013 - 02.2022
CT Technologist
Chilton Medical Center
12.2006 - 02.2022
Bachelor of Science (BS) - Radiologic Sciences (BS)
Adventist University of Health Science
09.2005 - 08.2007
CT Technologist
Union Hospital
06.2002 - 12.2006
Associate of Science - Radiography Program (AA)
Essex County College
09.2000 - 06.2002
Forensic Science and Technology
John Jay College (CUNY)
09.1998 - 06.1999
Thomas A. Edison, H.S.