CT Technologist

WellSpan Health; Ephrata (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health benefits

Retirement savings plan

Paid time off (PTO)

Education assistance

DailyPay

Expanded Paid Parental Leave

Job summary

WellSpan Health is seeking a part-time CT Technologist for the Computed Tomography Department at WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital. The role performs routine and advanced CT procedures, manages patient history, explains procedures, and maintains documentation in the EHR.

Under physician supervision, you will administer IV contrast, recognize and manage reactions, schedule cases, and ensure safety and quality of imaging. On-call duties may be required with hospital-defined terms.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required.
• 2 years progressive responsibility in a diagnostic imaging department.
• ARRT CT or NMTCB CT certification upon hire; BLS upon hire.
• Accredited program in radiologic technology with CT training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scan studies with patient history; explains procedures and documents in EHR.
• Administers intravenous contrast under physician supervision; recognizes and treats reactions.
• Schedules cases coordinating with other examinations.
• Positions and transfers patients; ensures radiation safety and comfort.
• On-call duties as defined by each hospital.
• Mentors CT Technician and CT Tech I.

Skills

CT imaging

EHR proficiency

Patient care

Education

High School Diploma or GED

2 years diagnostic imaging experience

ARRT CT or NMTCB CT certification

BLS certification

Accredited radiologic tech program

Job description

Schedule

Part Time, Evening Shift (24 hours biweekly)

Job Description

Department: Computed Tomography

Schedule

Part Time, Evening Shift (24 hours biweekly)

Hours: Every other weekend, Saturday and Sunday, 11:00am - 11:00pm

General Summary

Performs routine and specialized CT radiologic procedures at an advanced skills level. Performs procedures to produce computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of designated anatomical areas according to established practices and procedures.

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

• Performs CT Scan studies; obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns. Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department. EHR proficiency
• Under the direct supervision of the physician, administers intravenous contrast media. Recognizes complications (e.g., contrast reaction) and treats appropriately.
• Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.
• Positions and transfers patients comfortably, immobilizes patients as necessary, and practices radiation safety procedures.
• If necessary, will take call to meet the needs of the department. On call requirements are defined separately by each hospital
• Examination compliance: CT biopsies and drainages, all CT protocols, IV skills, trauma and stroke protocols, advanced 3D reconstruction, independent workstation proficiency, daily scanner QC, OR proficiency, if applicable.
• Assisted Survey Readiness preparation.
• Mentor for CT Technician and CT Tech I

Common Expectations

• Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards. Proficient contrast administration policy knowledge
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Appropriately segments and archives images and exams to the PACS archive.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas.
• Attends meetings as required.

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or GED Required

Work Experience

• 2 years Progressive responsibility in a diagnostic imaging department Required

Licenses

• Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
• Certified in Computed Tomography - NMTCB Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses And Training

• Accredited program in radiologic technology and training in computer tomography procedures Upon Hire Required

Benefits Offered

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retirement savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Education assistance
• Financial education and support, including DailyPay
• Expanded Paid Parental Leave

For additional details: Benefits & Incentives | WellSpan Careers (joinwellspan.org)

About Us

WellSpan Health’s vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region’s largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.

About The Team

WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital

One of eight premier hospitals in the WellSpan system, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital offers a full range of leading-edge inpatient, outpatient and emergent care services. The hospital is noted for its distinct ability to combine state-of-the-art medical technology with quality, compassionate care to meet the needs of the more than 550,000 residents of northern Lancaster County and the surrounding area. As a full-service, non-profit acute-care hospital, with a 141 licensed bed capacity, WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital admits approximately 5,500 patients annually. Nearby WellSpan Ephrata Cancer Center supports the hospital as part of WellSpan’s regional network of five cancer centers. WellSpan Ephrata Community Hospital was one of several WellSpan Health hospitals honored by U.S. News & World Report with the High Performing recognition for 2022-23.