CT Technologist - Computed Tomography - Day

WellSpan Health; Lebanon (Lebanon County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a skilled CT Technologist to perform advanced radiologic procedures. In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for conducting CT scans, ensuring patient comfort, and maintaining safety standards. You'll work closely with physicians, administer contrast media, and contribute to a collaborative healthcare environment. This position offers a unique opportunity to enhance your professional skills while providing exceptional patient care. If you're passionate about radiology and committed to patient safety, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience required.
• Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography - ARRT upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT Scan Radiology studies and addresses patient concerns.
• Administers intravenous contrast media under physician supervision.

Skills

CT Scan Radiology

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Procedures

Documentation

Teamwork

Education

Accredited program in radiologic technology

Tools

PACS archive

Job description

Schedule
Hours: PRN, Varied Shift Schedule

General Summary

Performs routine and specialized CT radiologic procedures at an advanced skills level. Performs procedures to produce computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of designated anatomical areas according to established practices and procedures.

Essential Functions:

• Performs CT Scan Radiology studies; obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns.
• Under the direct supervision of the physician, administers intravenous contrast media. Recognizes complications (e.g., contrast reaction) and treats appropriately.
• Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.
• Positions and transfers patients comfortably.
• Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.
• Performs duties as on call technologist. Trains new staff. Has passed the CT specialty exam as per ARRT.
• Performs the duties of Radiographer as needed.
• Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.

Common Expectations:

• Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).
• Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.
• Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
• Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops.
• Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
• Supervises, assists and evaluates students in the clinical education setting.
• Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.
• Appropriately segments and archives images and exams to the PACS archive.
• Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas and/or patient rooms.

Qualifications

Work Experience:

• 2 years Related experience. Required

Licenses:

• Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography - ARRT Upon Hire Required or
• Certified in Computed Tomography - NMTCB Upon Hire Required and
• Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required

Courses and Training:

• Accredited program in radiologic technology and training in computer tomography procedures. Upon Hire Required