CT Technologist - Computed Tomography - Day/Evening/Night

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

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a skilled CT Technologist to perform advanced radiologic procedures. This role involves conducting CT scans, ensuring patient comfort, and adhering to safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have a strong commitment to patient care and safety, with the ability to work collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Join a team dedicated to providing exceptional service and improving patient outcomes, while also enhancing your professional growth through continuous learning and development opportunities. This exciting position offers a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of patients every day.

Qualifications

• 2 years of related experience required.
• Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography - ARRT or NMTCB certification required.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT Scan Radiology studies and obtains patient history.
• Administers intravenous contrast media under physician supervision.
• Maintains documentation and trains new staff.

Skills

CT Scan Radiology

Patient Care

Radiation Safety Procedures

Intravenous Contrast Administration

Documentation Maintenance

Education

Accredited program in radiologic technology

Training in computed tomography procedures

Basic Life Support Certification

Tools

PACS Archive

Job description

Schedule
Hours: PRN, Varied Rotating Shifts
Rotation: Rotating Call / Rotating Holidays

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