CT Float - North Centra Western Region - Per Diem

Geisinger; Danville (PA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental insurance

Domestic partner benefits

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a CT Technologist in Danville, Pennsylvania. The role involves administering ionizing radiation for diagnostic procedures, ensuring patient safety, and evaluating image quality. Candidates should be certified by the ARRT and possess a graduate degree from a radiologic technology program. The position offers healthcare benefits from day one, including vision and dental coverage, along with a commitment to equal opportunity employment.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) required.
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience required.
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Administer ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
• Verify patient identity and clinical history.
• Evaluate images and verify data archival.
• Assist in interventional computed tomography procedures.

Skills

Image evaluation for technical quality

Patient safety protocols

Medication administration

Educating healthcare providers

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree in Related Field

Job description

Job Summary

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A CT technologist performs computed tomography and molecular imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis, interpretation, and the performance of interventional and therapeutic procedures at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. CT Technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of computed tomography. CT technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Job Duties

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Preparing and/or administering, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data when applicable.
• Educating and monitoring students and other health care providers.
• Assisting a licensed practitioner with interventional computed tomography procedures.
• Performing computed tomography procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
• Fully proficient in all assigned routine and complex job duties.
• Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.

Position Details

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department‑specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Certifications Required

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)
• Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB) and ARRT‑CT

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program‑Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor's Degree‑Related Field of Study (Preferred).

Experience

Minimum of 2 years‑related work experience (Required).

Certifications and Licenses

• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist (CNMT) – Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB)
• Basic Life Support Certification – Default Issuing Body
• Certified CT Technician – American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

Benefits

We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud to be an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.