CT Technologist

UPMC; Everett (Bedford County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC Bedford is seeking a full-time CT Technologist to cover the night shift (Sunday-Thursday) in Bedford County, Everett, United States. The role includes a $20,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment to UPMC.

Responsibilities include CT imaging, contrast administration, RIS/ISITE data handling, proper coding and archiving, and patient safety. ARRT registry eligible and CNMT options supported; BLS/CPR required; CT registry within 18 months of hire.

Qualifications

• ARRT registry eligibility and CT registry within 18 months of hire.
• CPR/BLS required per AHA standards.
• Temporary permit rules if applicable: supervision and 180-day limits.
• ARRT Certificate OR CNMT certification (or NMTC) as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures using established protocols and contrast administration.
• Operates imaging equipment and documents data per protocol.
• Ensures proper coding and RIS/ISITE export and billing.
• Assesses patient risks and communicates procedures clearly.
• Maintains patient safety and adheres to universal protocol.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient communication

Teamwork

Safety protocols

Education

ARRT Certification or CNMT

Tools

CT Scanner Operations

RIS/ISITE knowledge

IV contrast administration under supervision

Job description

UPMC Bedford is looking for a fulltime 40 hours a week CT Technologist to work the night shift Sunday-Thursday

This position is currently offering a $20,000 sign on bonus with a two-year commitment to UPMC!

Responsibilities:

• Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without requiring constant supervision.
• Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Administers PO, rectal and IV contrast per physician orders/department policy and assess patients for potential risk factors prior to the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement to adjust protocols, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic CT purposes.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Demonstrates proper technique in venipuncture; demonstrates proper use of power injector according to set protocols set by department and/or manufacturer.
• Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program.
• ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT registry within 6 months of hire date. CT registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired or date of hire if primary registry is already obtained.
• CNMT graduates must obtain CNMT registry within 6months of hire date.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

• ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT registry within 6 months of hire date.
• CT registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired or date of hire if primary registry is already obtained.
• CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
• If practicing under a temporary permit: cannot administer IV contrast or participate in contrast-enhanced CT requiring IV administration duties, must be under direct supervision of licensed radiologic technologist, must obtain ARRT certification within 180 days of permit issue date. Temporary permits expire 180 days from date of issuance, or upon notice that license application denied, or ten days after notification of failure of licensing exam, whichever occurs first.
• ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran