Cat Scan Technologist Per Diem

sluhn; Stroudsburg (Monroe County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a Radiology CT Technologist to assist the Radiologist during invasive procedures and to perform CT scans with precision. You will communicate findings and ensure accurate documentation and PACS uploads.

The role requires ARRT CT registry and CPR certification, plus one year of staff experience and familiarity with RIS/HIS systems. This is an on-site position in Stroudsburg, PA.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program or ARRT registered.
• Advanced CT registry required.
• Minimum one year of staff technologist experience; recent CT experience preferred.
• Current CPR certification required before orientation.
• Strong computer and PACS workflow experience.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists Radiologist during 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.
• Demonstrates competency in the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to job responsibilities.
• Injects contrast for CT Scans per policy and reviews patient questionnaire 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 inservices and continuing education.
• Adheres to downtime procedures to ensure continuity of care and accurate information in PACS.
• Verifies correct patient is selected from worklist and accuracy of Medical Record before sending to PACS.
• Supports department goals for patient satisfaction and education; participates in annual peer review of images.

Skills

CT imaging

Patient education

Medical terminology

Education

ARRT recognized education program

ARRT CT registry

Tools

RIS/HIS modules

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.

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.

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