CT Technologist

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Loan repayment program

Job summary

UPMC Harrisburg is seeking a CT Technologist to support the CT Department. The role involves performing computed tomography procedures, contrast administration, and image documentation in a patient-centered environment.

You will work with a team to ensure accurate coding and timely archiving of studies. Ideal candidates are ARRT registry eligible or CNMT certified, with CPR/BLS certification and a commitment to ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved Radiologic Technology program.
• ARRT registry eligible, with plan to obtain ARRT within specified timeframes.
• CNMT certification/registry preferred or required.
• CPR/BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures using established protocols and contrast administration.
• Operate imaging equipment for data acquisition, reconstruction and documentation.
• Ensure exams are coded, archived and billed correctly in RIS/ISITE systems.
• Administer PO, rectal and IV contrast per orders and assess patient risks.
• Communicate procedures clearly to patients to alleviate fears and gain cooperation.
• Collaborate with department staff to ensure timely patient care and accuracy.
• Verify patient identity and history, applying departmental protocols for optimal imaging results.
• Demonstrate proper venipuncture technique and use of power injectors.

Skills

Patient communication

Independent judgment

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT Registry eligible

CNMT certification/registry

CPR/BLS certification

Tools

RIS System

ISITE archiving

Power injector

Job description

Are you interested in growing your imaging career while making a direct, meaningful impact on patient care? Are you a current diagnostic tech looking for an opportunity to expand your skill set and become a CT Tech, while working in an environment that values employee development and well-being?

UPMC is seeking a CT Technologist to support the CT Department at UPMC Harrisburg

Location: UPMC Harrisburg

Employment Type: Full -Time

Schedule: 9am-9pm

Rotating weekend on-call and holidays

UPMC's new Monthly Loan Repayment Program, exclusively for December 2023 or later graduates, offers up to $9,000 in loan repayment paid over three years!

We are currently offering a generous $20,00 Sign-On Bonus with a 2-year commitment for eligible new hires

Candidates will be placed in the correct job title/salary grade within career ladder based on education and experience.

Purpose:

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.

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 patient's 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 6 months 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.All CT Technologist working in NY facilities performing contrast media injection are required to have received certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and be Licensed through the New York State Department of Health.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