CT Technologist

100 Albany Med Health System; City of Albany (NY); On-site; USD 77,075 - 119,466; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Excellent health care coverage

Support programs for wellbeing

Job summary

100 Albany Med Health System in Albany, NY is seeking a Computed Tomography (CTscan) Technologist to join their team. The role involves performing technical procedures and assisting in patient evaluations in a Level I Trauma center.

The ideal candidate will maintain imaging skills, assist physicians, and ensure a safe patient experience. A High School Diploma and a two-year AMA Radiologic Technology degree are required, along with relevant certifications.

This position offers competitive salary range from $77,075.00 to $119,466.00.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. required.
• Graduate of an approved two-year AMA Radiologic Technology School required.
• Limited or no experience acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality.
• Assists physicians in procedures in their assigned area.
• Ensures a safe and positive experience for patients.

Skills

Imaging skills

Patient care

Problem-solving

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/G.E.D.

Graduate of an approved AMA Radiologic Technology School

Tools

Computer data entry

Radiologic equipment

Job description

Computed Tomography (CTscan) Technologist

Department/Unit: C.T. Scan; Work Shift: Day (United States of America); Salary Range: $77,075.00 – $119,466.00. The Computed Tomography (CTscan) Technologist, under the direction of the Medical Director, Section Head, Clinical Specialist, Manager, and Radiologist, performs technical procedures and assists in the clinical evaluation and care of the patients in a fast‑paced LevelI Trauma and Academic Medical Center. The CT Technologist uses their modality to create diagnostic images and provide patients with a safe and positive experience. Technologists support teaching and continue learning as technology changes for themselves and others. In addition to trauma and emergency room scanning, Technologists perform CT exams on outpatients, inpatients (both stable and those receiving intensive care), research patients, and patients requiring specialized CT scan‑guided procedures. The CT Technologist practices and enforces radiation safety measures in NewYork State Department of Health code part16.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintains competent imaging skills in practicing modality.
• Strives to grow and develop, creating a professional, progressive imaging department with a positive atmosphere.
• Practices in compliance with hospital/department policy as well as NewYork state and accrediting agency’s standards.
• Assists physicians in all aspects of procedures in their assigned area.
• Provides a safe and positive experience for the patient.
• On‑call responsibility, if applicable.
• Rotates through main department and all satellite areas.
• Acts as a mentor and preceptor to new staff and students.
• Actively supports AMCH and the imaging department in maintaining proper accreditations.
• Enters patient data into computer systems accurately.
• QA’s images and patient information for accuracy prior to sending to PACS.
• Demonstrates knowledge and skills necessary to provide patient care appropriate to the age and special characteristics of the patient.
• Obtains peripheral IV access and injects contrast material, where required.
• Maintains stock supply and linen in exam room.
• Completes light housekeeping duties, as needed.
• Demonstrates knowledge of the patient Bill of Rights, HIPAA, by incorporating them into practice.
• Participates in development and attainment of unit, department, and divisional goals.
• Demonstrates commitment to unit and human resource policies.
• Recognizes mission, vision, values, and strategic direction of the institution.
• Establishes and maintains direct, honest, open professional relationships with all health‑care team members, patients, and families.
• Practices effective problem‑solving and resolution skills.
• Actively supports Joint Commission standards.
• Pursues validation of knowledge base, skill level, and decision making and seeks guidance in areas of question.
• Completes hospital and departmental required education.
• Other duties may be assigned.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/G.E.D. – required.
• Graduate of an approved two‑year AMA Radiologic Technology School – required.
• Limited or no experience – acceptable.
• Communicates cooperatively and effectively to patients, family members, employees, and others.
• Engages in interactive dialogues with the multidisciplinary team.
• Seeks input of others to achieve consensus.
• Reads and interprets documents such as safety rules and procedure manuals.
• Documents patient care on established forms.
• Problem‑solves, performs exams, and interprets data.
• Mathematical proficiency in addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, rates, ratios, and percentages.
• Maintains honesty, punctuality, and ethical conduct as defined by AMC and the profession.
• Accurate in data entry, exam documentation, and judgment when performing job functions and interacting with others.
• Accepts direction, carries out orders, works cooperatively and avoids unnecessary conflict.
• Adheres to AMC policies, procedures, and practices, and uses problem‑solving processes for grievances.
• Anticipates and resolves potential problems to ensure continuity of appropriate patient care.
• Identifies problems, collects data, establishes facts, draws valid conclusions.
• Improves job performance through continuing education.

Required Certifications and Licensure

• ARDMS or ARRT – Radiographer.
• NewYork State Registration in Diagnostic Radiography or a limited permit to practice in NewYork.
• Upon Hire – ARRT Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
• Heartsaver First Aid CPR AED Professional Rescuer certification.
• Equivalent combination of relevant education and experience may be substituted.

Physical Demands

• Standing – constantly.
• Walking – constantly.
• Sitting – constantly.
• Lifting – rarely.
• Carrying – frequently.
• Pushing – frequently.
• Pulling – occasionally.
• Climbing – occasionally.
• Balancing – occasionally.
• Stooping – occasionally.
• Kneeling – frequently.
• Crouching – frequently.
• Crawling – frequently.
• Reaching – occasionally.Handling – frequently.
• Grasping – frequently.
• Feeling – frequently.
• Talking – constantly.
• Hearing – constantly.
• Repetitive motions – constantly.
• Eye/hand/foot coordination – constantly.

Benefits

• Excellent health care coverage with no copay at Albany Medical Center providers.
• A wide array of services and programs to support emotional, physical, and mental wellbeing.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Albany Medical Center is an equal opportunity employer. This role may require access to information considered sensitive to Albany Medical Center, its patients, affiliates, and partners, including but not limited to HIPAA Protected Health Information and other information regulated by Federal and NewYork State statutes. Workforce members are expected to ensure that: Access to information is based on a “need to know” and is the minimum necessary to properly perform assigned duties. Use or disclosure shall not exceed the minimum amount of information needed to accomplish an intended purpose. Reasonable efforts, consistent with Albany Medical Center policies and standards, shall be made to ensure that information is adequately protected from unauthorized access and modification.