CT Technologist

TieTalent; Uniontown (Fayette County); On-site; USD 4,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a CT Technologist to perform diagnostic CT procedures and maintain high standards of patient care within a healthcare setting. The role requires certification in Radiography and offers a competitive salary with benefits, including a sign-on bonus for new hires. Key responsibilities include preparing for patient exams, monitoring safety protocols, and documenting patient information accurately.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus of $1,000

Qualifications

• One year of computed tomography experience required.
• Must obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Graduate from approved school of Radiologic Technology.

Responsibilities

• Performs diagnostic CT procedures using specific equipment.
• Maintains stock supplies and practices safe radiation exposure.
• Documents patient status and explains procedures.

Skills

Radiation Safety

Medical Imaging

Patient Care

Education

Certification in Radiography

Computed Tomography Certification

Job description

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Performs diagnostic CT procedures within the CT Department utilizing specific equipment for that purpose. Rotates through diagnostic radiology as assigned and performs all responsibilities outlined in the Computed Tomography (CT) Tech job description. Involved in the practice of radiation and general safety at all times.

Minimum Qualifications:

For West Virginia, Ohio, and Maryland locations:

If Hired Before 4/1/2024:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Certification in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the NMTCB.
• Radiologist Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners, or applicable state where services will be performed.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Computed Tomography certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or NMTCB within 2 years of hire.
  
  

Experience:

• One (1) year of computed tomography experience.
  
  

If Hired On Or After 4/1/2024:

EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION, AND/OR LICENSURE:

• Certification in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the NMTCB.
• Radiologist Technologist or Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the West Virginia Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy Technology Board of Examiners, or applicable state where services will be performed.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Computed Tomography certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or NMTCB.
  
  

Experience:

• One (1) year of computed tomography experience.
  
  

For Pennsylvania locations:

Education, Certification, And/Or Licensure:

• Graduate from AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• Certification in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the NMTCB.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Computed Tomography certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists within 2 years of hire.
  
  

Education, Certification, And/Or Licensure:

• Graduate from AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology, either college affiliated or hospital trained.
• Certification in Radiography with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologist or Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist through the NMTCB.
• Obtain Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification within 30 days of hire.
• Computed Tomography certification through the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists or NMTCB.
  
  

Experience:

• One (1) year of computed tomography experience.
  
  

CORE JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The statements described here are intended to describe the general nature of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be constructed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities and duties. Other duties may be assigned.

• Prepares room, equipment, materials, as needed for patient exams, including sterile technique. Cleans and disinfects rooms and equipment following each patient exam, using current infection control policies.
• Performs examinations per Physician’s orders and explains procedures to the patients. Documents any variations from protocol due to patient’s condition or other unknown cause and relays patient history and clinical data to Radiologist.
• Observes patient and equipment and reports any unusual occurrences or changes. Transports and assists patients as needed.
• Documents status of patient in reference to radiology/CT procedure on patient’s chart.
• Documents variances repeats and other such occurrences to help maintain high quality health care and opportunity for quality improvement.
• Maintains stock supplies, performs general office duties, responsible for proper film labeling and following prescribed techniques to assure acceptable quality and consistency.
• Practices safe radiation exposure and protection as well as general safety for patient’s, visitors, and staff at all times.
• Participates in the patient safety training and patient protection, including the needs and methods to report medical/healthcare errors and abuse.
• Produces diagnostic quality images utilizing CT equipment and effectively judges CT images for proper technique to best demonstrate anatomy and pathology.
• Performs diagnostic studies using mobile radiographic equipment in emergency or patient rooms as ordered by physician. Performs diagnostic studies in surgical suite with C-Arm and other equipment.
• Provides care specific to the needs of neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult and geriatric patients.
• May perform IV insertion/blood draws.
• Administer IV/Oral/Rectal contrast for CT imaging procedures per radiologist protocol/department manual and ordering physician/care provider order.
• Utilize PACS to ensure exams are completed and available for the radiologist to read and for the referring physician/care provider review.
  
  

For Facilities With Specialty Accreditation Requirements:

• Completion of annual required education related to specialty accreditation as defined by accreditation standards. Training may be completed through CBLs, trainings, In-services, and competency validation.
  
  

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, reaching, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and feeling are necessary body movements utilized in performing duties throughout the work shift.
• Must be able to lift, move, and position patients of all weights, with varying amounts of assistance in a fair manner on a regular and recurring basis; exerting in excess of 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
• Hearing and visual acuity must be within normal range.
  
  

WORKING ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Exposure to body fluids, human tissues, contagious diseases, sharps, explosive gases, cleaning agents, and disinfectants on a daily basis.
• Exposure to high stress and constant interruptions.
• Exposure to ionizing and non-ionizing radiation.
  
  

Skills And Abilities:

• Knowledge of growth and development, understanding of the patient’s needs and scope of treatment.
• Understands the dynamics for each patient incorporating biophysical, bio-psychosocial, environmental, self-care, educational, spiritual, cultural, ethical and discharge planning needs.
• Knowledge of total care of patients, whose disease is not responsive to curative treatment, focusing on the control of pain and other symptoms.
  
  

Additional Job Description:

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Shift:

Exempt/Non-Exempt:

United States of America (Non-Exempt)

Company:

UNTWN Uniontown Hospital

Cost Center:

151 UNTWN Radiology Diagnostic

Address:

500 W Berkeley Street

Uniontown

Pennsylvania

Equal Opportunity Employer

West Virginia University Health System and its subsidiaries (collectively "WVUHS") is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. WVUHS strictly prohibits and does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), age, physical or mental disability, citizenship, past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. All WVUHS employees, other workers, and representatives are prohibited from engaging in unlawful discrimination. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, training, promotion, discipline, compensation, benefits, and termination of employment.

• Uniontown, Pennsylvania
  
  

Languages

• English

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Technology, Information and Internet

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