Cat Scan Technologist (CT), Acute Care

Lifepoint Health; New York (NY); Sur place; USD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive Benefits

Financial Protection & PTO

Financial & Career Growth

Employee Well-Being

Professional Development

Résumé du poste

Memorial Physician Practices in New York, NY is looking for a Cat Scan Technician to prepare and administer radiopharmaceuticals, monitor patient conditions, and ensure the quality of imaging procedures. The role requires critical thinking, the ability to work under stress, and appropriate educational qualifications. Benefits include comprehensive medical coverage, financial protection, and career growth opportunities. Candidates must also hold a current Radiation Operator Certificate and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Program Discipline in Nuclear Medicine Required; bachelor's degree Preferred.
• Current Radiation Operator Certificate in current state.
• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology.

Responsabilités

• Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals and medications to patients.
• Monitors patient condition and reports changes.
• Prepares equipment and implements safety standards.

Connaissances

Critical thinking skills

Decisive judgment

Ability to work with minimal supervision

Ability to work in stressful environment

Formation

Two year certificate, Associate degree or Bachelor's degree

Graduate of a Program Discipline in Nuclear Medicine

Current Radiation Operator Certificate

Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology

Basic Life Support (BLS)

Description du poste

Position

Cat Scan Technician, Acute Hospital

Schedule & Shift

Weekdays and rotating weekend and holidays and on call. FT Days.

Position Summary

Prepares and administers radiopharmaceuticals as well as other medications to patients and performs the diagnostic study per physician orders.

Essential Functions

• Reviews patient history and physician's orders.
• Educates patient regarding procedures, equipment and exam to ensure patient's understanding and cooperation.
• When ordered, prepares and administers contrast media and/or medications within scope of practice.
• Monitors patient condition continually and reports/responds to changes in status as appropriate.
• Prepares equipment and supplies.
• Implements safety standards and performs appropriate quality control procedures on equipment.
• Troubleshoots, resolves, and/or reports equipment malfunctions as necessary.
• Positions patient and performs imaging procedure(s).
• Analyzes results and identifies issues with the quality of imaging results.
• Takes appropriate action to resolve image quality issues, including repositioning patient and repeating procedure.
• Enters, transmits and reports scan results.
• On-Call Availability: Must accept on call assignments for regularly scheduled shifts and be available to report to facility within 30 minutes of notification. This status will be determined by technologists on duty.

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Education / Certification

• Two (2) year certificate, Associate degree and/or Bachelor's degree.
• Graduate of a Program Discipline in Nuclear Medicine Required; bachelor's degree Preferred.
• Current Radiation Operator Certificate in current state. Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technology in Radiology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well‑Being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

EEOC Statement

Frye Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Frye Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.