CT TECHNOLOGIST (CASUAL)

Excela Health; Butler (Butler County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled CT Technologist to join their team. In this role, you will perform computed tomography examinations to create detailed images for diagnostic purposes, ensuring patient safety and comfort throughout the process. You'll be responsible for collecting patient data, verifying procedures, and administering contrast agents while adhering to established guidelines. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will contribute to high-quality patient care. If you are passionate about radiologic technology and committed to excellence, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology Program required.
• Strong communication and organizational skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT examinations to produce diagnostic images.
• Monitor patients and ensure proper procedures are followed.
• Document patient care and exam information accurately.

Skills

Leadership Ability

Organizational Skills

Critical Thinking

Communication Skills

Medical Terminology

Time Management

Multi-tasking

Education

Graduate of JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technology Program

ARRT Registry

Tools

PACS System

RIS

Glucometer

Job description

The CT Technologist performs the computed tomography examination to produce images of various anatomical parts and systems for diagnostic purposes as directed by the radiologist.

Essential Job Functions

• Collects pertinent data about the patient and procedure.
• Reconfirms the patient's identification and verifies the physician's order.
• Assures that the proper screening protocol is completed prior to patient entering scan room.
• Verifies the patient's pregnancy status when appropriate.
• Provides information to the patient about the procedure.
• Verifies the patient has consented to the procedure and answers any questions.
• Provides accurate explanations and instructions at an appropriate time and a at a level the patient can understand.
• Analyzes the information during assessment phase and determines optimal imaging parameters per diagnosis.
• Determines whether patient has been appropriately prepared for procedure.
• Assesses factors that may contraindicate procedure such as medications or insufficient patient preparation.
• Selects appropriate shielding and immobilization devices.
• Reviews the patient's chart/physician order to determine optimal scanning parameters for suspected pathology.
• Administers contrast agents according to established guidelines.
• Obtains written consent prior to IV/oral contrast administration.
• Evaluates lab values prior to administering contrast agents.
• Determines appropriate type and dose of contrast agent to be administered.
• Completes oral contrast screening form when needed.
• Monitors patient during exam for adverse reaction to contrast media.
• Using sterile techniques, preps site and starts IV when applicable.
• Obtains optimum images during scan.
• Reformats images as needed to better visualize anatomy or pathology according to established guidelines.
• Sends images to PACS for interpretation by radiologist.
• Archives images to CD or data storage device as needed.
• Documents information about patient care, exam, and patient history in appropriate record.
• Verifies correct order is entered into RIS.
• Documents appropriate patient history into PACS system.
• Documents any exceptions from the established guidelines.
• Scans appropriate documents into PACS system.
• Completes medication reconciliation documentation per department policy.
• Facilitates correspondence with all departments to assure procedures are done in a timely manner.
• Works with Centralized Scheduling, nursing units, and ER to accommodate STAT or ASAP orders.
• Responds to emergency call per department procedures.
• Maintains equipment workstation in optimum condition.
• Performs daily QC on CT equipment.
• Assures adequate patient care and office supplies are maintained.
• Reports equipment malfunction to service provider.
• Implements downtime procedures when necessary.
• Coordinates rescheduling of patients during equipment downtime.
• Initiates established downtime procedures during HIS/RIS and PACS downtime.
• Performs daily glucometer QC.
• Performs glucometer procedure on patients.
• Maintains annual glucometer competency.
• Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Graduate of a (JRCERT) accredited Radiologic Technology Program recognized by ARRT.
• Six months of experience as a CT Tech within the past 2 years or 6 months experience as a Staff Technologist.
• Strong leadership ability, good organizational skills, independent and critical thinking skills, sound judgment, and knowledge of legal aspects and liability of nursing practice.
• Strong ability to communicate complex and/or controversial topics and concepts to a wide and diverse audience.
• Medical Terminology.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills; ability to work independently and in a team setting; creativity in treatment in various settings including inpatient, skilled nursing and outpatient clinics; ability to transition smoothly between various treatment settings; flexibility in scheduling.
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize assignments.
• Basic working knowledge of computers and office equipment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Completion of advanced level examination in CT with RT(CT) credentialing.

License, Certification & Clearances

• Current Registry with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Advanced-level CT certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) in computed tomography by June 30,2018; After June 30, 2018, newly hired or cross trained CT technologists must obtain advanced level CT certification within 18 months of hire date.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) approved curriculum of the American Heart Association (CPR and AED) program.

• Act 33 with renewal.
• Act 34 with renewal.
• Act 73 FBI Clearance.

Supervisory Responsibilities

• This position has no direct supervisory responsibilities, but does serve as a coach and mentor for other positions in the department.

Position Type/Expected Hours of Work

• Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need (rotate shifts, standby, on-call, etc.).
• Travel may be expected locally between Excela Health locations.

LEAN

• Actively promotes a Lean work culture by performing team member duties to encourage consistent use of LEAN principles and processes, including continually seeking work process improvements. Recognizes the necessity of taking ownership of one’s own motivation, morale, performance and professional development. Strives for behavior consistent with being committed to Excela’s missions, vision and values.

AAP/EEO

• Excela Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is the policy of Excela Health to prohibit discrimination of any type and to afford equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, non-job related disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other protected class. Excela Health will conform to the spirit as well as the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
• Ability to perform the Essential Functions listed on the Physical Conditions and ability to perform the Essential Functions on the Working Condition chart below.

Work Environment

Effective March 2020 or during pandemic: goggles, face shield and mask are required according to CDC guidelines.

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Extreme Heat

x

Extreme Cold

x

Heights

x

Confined Spaces

x

Extreme Noise(>85dB)

x

Mechanical Hazards

x

Use of Vibrating Tools

x

Operates Vehicle

x

x

Operates Heavy Equipment

x

Use of Lifting/Transfer Devices

x

x

Rotates All Shifts

x

x

8 Hours Shifts

x

x

10-12 Hours Shifts

x

x

On-Call

x

x

Overtime(+8/hrs/shift; 40/hrs/wk)

x

x

Travel Between Sites

x

x

Direct Patient Care

x

x

Respirator Protective Equipment

x

x

Eye Protection

x

x

Head Protection (hard hat)

x

x

Hearing Protection

x

x

Hand Protection

x

x

Feet, Toe Protection

x

Body Protection

x

x

Latex Exposure

x

x

Solvent Exposure

x

Paint (direct use) Exposure

x

Dust (sanding) Exposure

x

Ethylene Oxide Exposure

x

Cytotoxic (Chemo) Exposure

x

Blood/Body Fluid Exposure

x

x

Chemicals (direct use) Exposure

x

x

Mist Exposure

x

Wax Stripper (direct use)

x

Non-Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

x

Ionizing Radiation Exposure

x

x

Laser Exposure

x

Physical Demands

When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.

Essential – Absolute Necessity.

Marginal – Minimal Necessity.

Constantly – 5.5 to 8 hours or more or 200 reps/shift.

Frequently – 2.5 to 5.5 hours or more or 32-200 reps/shift.

Occasionally – 0.25 to 2.5 hours or 2-32 reps/shift.

Rarely – Less than 0.25 hours or less than 2 reps/shift.

Physical Condition

Essential

Marginal

Constantly

Frequently

Occasionally

Rarely

Never

Bending (Stooping)

x

x

Sitting

x

x

Walking

x

x

Climbing Stairs

x

x

Climbing Ladders

x

Standing

x

x

Kneeling

x

x

Squatting (Crouching)

x

x

Twisting/Turning

x

x

Keyboard/Computer Operation

x

x

Gross Grasp

x

x

Fine Finger Manipulation

x

x

Hand/Arm Coordination

x

x

Pushing/Pulling(lbs. of force)

x

50#

Carry

x

10#

Transfer/Push/Pull Patients

x

x

Seeing Near w/Acuity

x

x

Feeling (Sensation)

x

x

Color Vision

x

x

Hearing Clearly

x

x

Pulling/Pushing Objects Overhead

x

x

Reaching Above Shoulder Level

x

x

Reaching Forward

x

x

Lifting Floor to Knuckle

###

10#

Lifting Seat Pan to Knuckle

###

50#

Lifting Knuckle to Shoulder

###

35#

50#

Lifting Shoulder to Overhead

###

10#

• When lift requirement is in excess of 50#, lift assistance (2 person) and/or transfer device is required.