Cat Scan Technologist - PT Rotator - Eve/Nights - Newark Campus

Christiana Care Health System; Newark (DE); On-site; USD 56,688 - 77,944; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

ChristianaCare Health System is seeking a part-time CT Technologist to perform CT imaging for in-patients and outpatients, with evenings and overnights on a rotating schedule. A $7,500 sign-on bonus is available for eligible candidates, and weekend/holiday requirements apply. ARRT CT registry and Delaware Radiation Protection license are required.

The role includes QC, patient assessment, and supervision of students and new staff, with a focus on safety and accuracy in imaging procedures.

Qualifications

• ARRT CT Registry required.
• Delaware license for Radiation Protection required.
• CT Registry exam must be completed within 2 years of hire.
• Associate degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
• Equivalent education/experience may be substituted.

Responsibilities

• Perform all phases of CT Scan Testing for in-patients and outpatients.
• Perform other diagnostic imaging exams as skills permit.
• Perform clerical and scheduling duties as needed.
• Assist in learning of students and new staff in procedures, QC and safety.
• Administer contrast media under physician supervision.
• Assess patients for adverse reactions and status changes.

Skills

Clinical imaging proficiency

Patient safety awareness

Education

Associate's Degree in Radiologic Technology

CT Registry exam completion

Job description

THIS POSITION OFFERS A $7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS available for eligible candidates

ChristianaCare is recruiting for a Part-Time CT Technologist to work the evening and midnight shift. This position has a weekend and holiday requirement.

Primary function:

• Performance of all phases of CT Scan Testing. Work is performed on hospital in-patients and outpatients in accordance with established procedures and protocols of the department and under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Perform other diagnostic imaging exams as skills permit.
• Perform clerical and scheduling duties as needed.

Principal duties and responsibilities:

• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of CT Scanner Units.
• Completes all technical assigned imaging and non-imaging procedures in the designated scheduled times.
• Verifies insurance pre-authorization as defined by departmental protocols prior to scanning patient.
• Assists in the learning process of students and new staff in department procedures, quality control, and radiation safety.
• Administers all contrast media under physician's supervision.
• Ability to assess patient for adverse reactions and/or changes in patient status.
• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of contrast media injectors.
• Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform i-STAT testing and accurate calculation of GFR following established departmental policies and procedures.
• Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development.
• Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.

Schedule:

• Weekends and holidays as required.
• Rotating evening and night shifts.

Requirements:

• Completion of ARRT registry in CT Scan required.
• Licensed by State of Delaware on Radiation Protection.
• Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
• Completion of the CT Registry exam is a job requirement. A technologist, who is recruited and non-certified, will have a period of 2 years following hire to pass this exam.
• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substituted.

Benefits:

• Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits.
• 403(b) with employer match.
• Generous Paid Time Off.

This position pays $41.15 to $56.58. This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare's good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.

ChristianaCare offers a competitive suite of employee benefits to maximize the wellness of you and your family, including health insurance, paid time off, retirement, an employee assistance program. To learn more about our benefits for eligible positions visit https://careers.christianacare.org/benefits-compensation/