Computed Tomography Technologist Imaging Services KMH

Catholic Health; Village of Kenmore (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Catholic Health's Kenmore Mercy Hospital in Kenmore, NY seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures and related clerical duties during nights with weekend and holiday rotation.

The role requires graduation from an approved radiologic technology program, NY license, ARRT registration, and within 18 months CT certification after hire; BLS within 90 days.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved school of radiologic technology.
• Current ARRT Radiologic Technologist (R) registration; must maintain.
• If not ARRT CT certified at hire, complete CT basics within 3–6 months.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures and related clerical tasks.
• Maintain ARRT standards and NY licensure as required.
• Participate in site rotations and ensure patient safety during imaging.
• Document cases and assist with hospital workflow.

Skills

Good judgment

Analytical ability

Attention to detail

Responsible

Ability to work unsupervised

Interpret data and draw conclusions

Interpersonal and communication skills

Education

Approved School of Radiologic Technology

ARRT Radiologic Technologist (R)

Basics of CT education post hire (CT)

Job description

Facility: Kenmore Mercy Hospital

Shift: Shift 3

Status: Full Time FTE: 0.920000

Bargaining Unit: CWA Local 1133

Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No

Work Schedule: Nights with Weekend and Holiday Rotation

Hours: 7:00pm-7:00am with weekends and holidays

Summary:

A Computed Tomography Technologist performs CT procedures and related clerical functions at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Demonstrates ability and performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis. In addition to primary job duties of a CT Technologist, may also be required to perform Radiologic Procedures (X-Ray).

Responsibilities:

EDUCATION

• Graduate of an Approved School of Radiologic Technology
• Current Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists - Radiological Technologist Registry (ARRT) (R). Must maintain this primary registration at all times to be eligible for certification and registration
• If a newly hired candidate is not already ARRT Certified as a CT Technologist, the applicant must successfully complete assigned Basics of CT education 3 to 6 months post hire

Experience

• 1 year of experience as a staff technologist
• Previous CT experience preferred

CREDENTIALS

• New York State License as a "General Radiologic Technologist" and current New York State Department of Health certificate of registration as a Radiologic Technologist.
• Within 18 months Post-Hire: Associate must obtain Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists - Computed Tomography Registry (ARRT) (CT) for all associates hired after 9/26/2023

• The following workflow is highly recommended for the CT technologist to be successful in passing the ARRT CT examination within the 18 month timeframe:

• As soon as technologists begins working independently, they should start documenting their cases in preparation to take the ARRT exam
• 6-12 months post hire, the technologist should study for the ARRT exam. It is highly recommended that the technologist complete the additional modules which CH provided to study for the ARRT examination. During this timeframe, the CT technologist should work closely and consult with the Lead technologist to receive guidance on preparing for the ARRT examination. The lead Technologists should mentor new technologists
• The technologist should attempt the ARRT exam the first time around the 12 month post hire timeframe. This will allow the technologist plenty of time to attempt the ARRT exam a minimum of 3 attempts if needed

If the technologist has made an attempt to follow the timeline above or there are extenuating circumstances which may have caused the technologist to be unsuccessful achieving CT accreditation, extensions maybe granted on a case-by-case basis

• Certified to inject with NYSDOH within 90 days
• BLS required within 90 days

KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY

• Good judgment
• Analytical ability
• Excellent attention to detail
• Responsible
• Ability to work unsupervised
• Ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Good general health necessary in order to stand and walk most of the day. Must have the ability to pull, push, and lift patients and equipment
• Participate in site rotations where applicable, see site specific department requirements