CT Technologist Adv

UPMC; Hanover (York County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus $20,000

Loan repayment program

Job summary

UPMC Hanover is seeking a CT Technologist to support the CAT Scanner department. This full-time position requires ARRT CT certification, two years CT experience, and CPR/BLS.

The role involves performing CT procedures, administering contrast, and ensuring accurate coding and documentation in RIS/ISITE systems. Candidates must demonstrate clear patient communication, teamwork, and adherence to safety protocols.

Qualifications

• ARRT CT Technologist certification is required.
• Two years CT imaging experience is required.
• Strong CPR/BLS certification as per AHA standards.
• Performance reviews influence promotion eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without constant supervision.
• Uses imaging equipment to acquire, analyze, reconstruct and document image data per protocol.
• Ensures exams are coded and tracked in RIS and networked to ISITE; charges entered.
• Administers PO, rectal and IV contrast per orders and assesses risk factors before administration.
• Communicates instructions to patients and explains procedures to reduce anxiety.
• Performs procedures with independent judgement and appropriate radiation usage.
• Interacts with patients and staff with care and teamwork.
• Identifies patients with two identifiers and follows universal protocol; documents history.
• Demonstrates venipuncture technique and uses power injector per protocols.

Skills

Patient communication

Teamwork

CT imaging procedures

Education

ARRT CT Technologist 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 CAT Scanner department at UPMC Hanover

Location: UMPC Hanover

Employment Type: Full-Time

Schedule: 11a-11:30p Wednesday, Thursday, Friday

Rotating call and holidays required.

We are offering a $20,000 sign-on bonus for a 2-year commitment to eligible new hires!

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!

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

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. 2 years CT experience required. Must have obtained a performance review rating of strong/solid/good on most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances

ARRT certified as a CT Technologist.

CPR or BLS Required.

CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

• 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