Cat Scan Technologist Float Pool Full-Time

St. Luke's University Health Network; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke’s University Health Network is seeking a CT Scan Technician to float across St. Luke’s, Anderson, Monroe, Warren, and Easton locations.

The role requires ARRT certification and advanced CT registry within one year, with at least one year of CT experience. You will perform CT examinations, assist Radiologists with invasive procedures, and ensure accurate imaging and documentation. The position emphasizes patient education, quality imaging, and ongoing professional development within a

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ARRT-recognized education program, or ARRT registered.
• Advanced CT registry required.
• One-year staff technologist experience; recent CT scan experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists Radiologist during invasive procedures and performs CT scan examinations as directed.
• Communicates clinical observations during CT Scan examinations to Radiologist; presents clinical history.
• Demonstrates competency in RIS/HIS modules relevant to job responsibilities.
• Injects contrast for CT Scans per department policy; reviews patient questionnaires.
• Performs 3-D imaging functions and ensures quality of digital images sent to PACS.

Skills

CT Scan imaging

RIS/HIS modules

PACS verification

Patient education

Education

ARRT-recognized program or ARRT registered

Advanced CT registry

Tools

PACS

RIS/HIS systems

CPR certification

Job description

St. Luke’s is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke’s are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient’s ability to pay for health care.

The Registered Cat Scan Technologist will perform various CT Scans and assists Radiologist during performance of invasive procedures for diagnostic purposes.

Cat Scan Tech Full-Time: Float between St. Luke’s, Anderson, Monroe, Warren and Easton!

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Directly assists Radiologist during all aspects of invasive procedures and performs CT scan examinations as directed by the Radiologist.
• Communicates clinical observations during CT Scan examinations to Radiologist. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to Radiologist.
• Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
• Injects contrast for CT Scans in accordance with department policy. Patient CT questionnaire is completed for each patient and reviewed prior to start of exam.
• Performs 3-D imaging functions.
• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in inservices and/or continuing education programs.
• Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
• Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.
• Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.
• Responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital designated Press Ganey score. Every patient should receive patient education.
• Annual peer review of images meets department standards.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate equipment and chart information. Sitting for up to 5 hours in 30 minute increments. Standing and walking for up to 3 hours in 15 minute increments. Pushing, pulling, and lifting of patients up to 300 pounds with assistance. Occasional stooping, lifting and raising arms above shoulder level. Lifting and moving of objects up to 30 pounds. Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision.

EDUCATION:

Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or AART registered. Advanced registry in CT required.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

One-year staff technologist experience. Recent CT Scan experience preferred. Advanced CT registry required within one year of hire. Current CPR certification required before completion of orientation. History of computer usage experience required.

St. Luke’s University Health Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer.