CT Imaging Technologist: Precision, Safety, Interventions

Geisinger; Factoryville (PA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Geisinger is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography and molecular imaging procedures, prepare and administer medications as needed, and ensure data accuracy for diagnosis and treatment. The role emphasizes ALARA principles and patient safety in a clinical setting.

New graduates must obtain ARRT-R or NMTCB certification prior to start, with advancement to level 2 within 24 months of hire. ARRT/NMTCB credentials are required on hire.

Qualifications

• ARRT or NMTCB certification required upon hire.
• New graduates must obtain ARRT-R or NMTCB prior to first day of employment.
• Must complete steps required for advancing to level 2 within 24 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• 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 ALARA.
• Preparing and/or administering medications through 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 if 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.

Skills

ALARA principles

Patient safety

Education

Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Bachelor's Degree-Related Field of Study

Job description

Geisinger is seeking a CT Technologist to perform computed tomography and molecular imaging procedures, prepare and administer medications as needed, and ensure data accuracy for diagnosis and treatment. The role emphasizes ALARA principles and patient safety in a clinical setting.

New graduates must obtain ARRT-R or NMTCB certification prior to start, with advancement to level 2 within 24 months of hire. ARRT/NMTCB credentials are required on hire.