CT Technologist

Penn Medicine; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist to join their team. This role involves providing high-quality radiographic care, performing diagnostic procedures, and ensuring patient safety and comfort. The position offers a supportive environment where collaboration with top professionals is encouraged, and employees are empowered to make significant contributions to patient care. With a commitment to employee wellness and development, this opportunity allows you to live your life's work while making a meaningful impact in the community. Join a team that values innovation and excellence in healthcare.

Benefits

Sign-on Bonus up to $10,000

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Benefits Program

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology school required.
• CPR certification and CT Certification within 18 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic radiographic CT procedures per established protocols.
• Document patient history and required information in the electronic medical record.

Skills

Patient Care

Radiographic Procedures

Communication Skills

Safety Compliance

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology School

Certification in Radiologic Technology

CPR Certification

Tools

Electronic Health Record System

Radiographic Equipment

Job description

The Penn Medicine Careers Page includes open opportunities from Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health.
If you want to view LG Health job openings posted before December 9th, 2024, please visit http://www.lghealthjobs.org.

Job ID: 252245
Work Type: FT
Location: Lancaster, PA, United States

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

LOCATION: Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA

SIGN-ON BONUS: Up to $10,000.00 (prorated based on FTE/hours worked per week) with 2 year commitment. External and internal eligible candidates only.

SCHEDULE: Full time (36 hours per week/.9 FTE). Third shift. Weekend, holiday, and on-call rotation required.

POSITION SUMMARY: The Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist is responsible for providing radiographic care for the purpose of diagnostic and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic CT procedures through proper patient positioning and technique selection, in accordance with established LG protocols, policies and procedures.
• Receives requests, checking for special instructions from the requesting physicians. Consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Greets patients--confirming their identifications performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.
• Operates and enters information through the hospital computer system. Documents required information and patient history in the electronic medical record. Documents other information as required.
• Completes examination, consultation, and billing procedures as required.

• Accurately and appropriately utilizes all computer related equipment, such as the electronic health record, email and the intranet.

SECONDARY FUNCTIONS: The following duties are considered secondary to the primary duties listed above:

• Performs visual preventive safety inspections. Completes warm-up procedures for each radiographic room/equipment as assigned. Records quality control activities. Reports equipment conditions to immediate leadership or appropriate personnel.
• Compliance with OSHA and other mandated safety procedures or regulations.
• Maintains necessary inventory supplies for assigned workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.
• Functions as an X-Ray Technologist, as needed, at defined service locations.
• Participates in the clinical education of Radiology students as required.
• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.
• Other duties as assigned.

JOB REQUIREMENTS

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy School.
• Certification/degree in Radiologic Technology, Nuclear Medicine, Computerized Tomography, or Radiation Therapy.
• CT Technologist must obtain CT Certification within 18 months of hire.
• CPR certification is required.
• Must have worked or studied in patient care environment and performed high quality imaging procedures.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) years of advanced imaging experience.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.