Cat Scan Technologist Weekend Overnights, On The Job Cross Training Available for Eligible Technologist

sluhn; Bethlehem (Northampton County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Premium Weekend Pay

Job summary

St. Luke's University Health Network is seeking a CT Technologist to support radiology services in a weekend overnight schedule. You will assist radiologists during CT procedures, manage RIS/HIS/PACS workflow, and ensure imaging quality and patient safety across exams.

The role requires ARRT credentials, one year of staff tech experience, and an advanced CT registry with CPR certification. Hospital environment emphasizes education and quality assurance.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an ARRT-recognized education program or ARRT registry eligible.
• Current CPR certification required prior to orientation.
• Experience as a radiology technologist with CT proficiency preferred.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists radiologist during invasive procedures and performs CT scans as directed.
• Communicate clinical observations to radiologist and review patient history.
• Ensure accuracy of patient data in worklist and PACS before sending images.
• Provide patient education regarding examinations and 3-D imaging functions.
• Assist in QA/PI data collection and maintain CT room supplies.

Skills

ARRT certification

Staff technologist experience

Advanced CT registry

CPR certification

RIS/HIS/PACS familiarity

Education

ARRT-recognized education program

Tools

RIS/HIS systems

PACS

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.

Schedule: Friday, Saturday and Sunday 7:00 PM-7:00 AM Overnights. Premium Weekend pay, including benefits.

JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• 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.
• 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.
• Annual peer review of images meets department standards.

OTHER FUNCTIONS:

• Assists in gathering and recording data for the Radiology Quality Assurance/Performance Improvement Program.
• Maintains necessary inventory of supplies and appearance of CT Scan Room in accordance with department budget.
• Responsible for teaching radiology students rotating through CT Scan. Notifies RN of any patient problems or reactions.
• Event report forms are completed according to hospital guidelines.

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:

• Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate equipment and chart information.
• Sitting for up to 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

QUALIFICATIONS) (MINIMUM) EDUCATION:

• Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program or ARRT registered or ARRT registry eligible.

TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE:

• One-year staff technologist experience.
• Advanced CT registry required within one year from hire date.
• NJ staff must be registered before date 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.