CT Technologist - Evenings

Geisinger; Scranton (Lackawanna County); Sur place; USD 50 000 - 75 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision and dental coverage

Support for domestic partners

Résumé du poste

Geisinger is seeking a Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist to work at Geisinger Community Medical Center. This role involves administering ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes and collaborating with licensed practitioners to conduct CT and imaging procedures.

The ideal candidate will hold ARRT certification, have completed a Radiologic Technology program, and possess a minimum of two years of related experience. Benefits include comprehensive healthcare options from day one.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of related work experience required.
• Certification by ARRT or NMTCB and ARRT-CT required.

Responsabilités

• Perform computed tomography procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Educate and monitor students and other health care providers.

Connaissances

Certification by ARRT or NMTCB

Basic Life Support Certification

Formation

Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Field

Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology

Description du poste

Overview

Location: Geisinger Community Medical Center (GCMC)

Shift: Evenings (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

Worker Type: Regular

Exemption Status: No

$20,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants.

Job Summary

Computed Tomography (CT) Technologists are responsible for the administration of ionizing radiation for diagnostic, therapeutic or research purposes. A CT technologist performs computed tomography and molecular imaging procedures and acquires and analyzes data needed for diagnosis, interpretation, and the performance of interventional and therapeutic procedures at the request of and for interpretation by a licensed practitioner. CT technologists independently perform or assist the licensed practitioner in the completion of computed tomography. CT technologists prepare, administer and document activities related to medications and radiation exposure in accordance with federal and state laws, regulations, or lawful institutional policy.

Responsibilities

• Ensures correct order is obtained, patient is properly identified and prepared for exam, and that clinical history is corroborated and appropriately documented while respecting confidentiality.
• Utilizes appropriate imaging protocol and optimizes technical factors while maximizing patient safety, optimizing patient care, and applying principles of ALARA (As Low as Reasonably Achievable).
• Prepares and/or administers, as applicable, medications through new or existing vascular access site as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Evaluates images for proper positioning and acceptable technical quality and verifies archival storage and/or transfer of data, post processing of data if applicable.
• Educates and monitors students and other health care providers.
• Assists a licensed practitioner with interventional computed tomography procedures.
• Performs computed tomography procedures as prescribed by a licensed practitioner.
• Demonstrates commitment to department and organizational priorities.
• Is fully proficient in all assigned routine and complex job duties.
• Participates in modality quality or process improvement activities.
• Works in a clinical environment.
• Is accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Certification by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) OR Certification by the Nuclear Medicine Technologist and Certification Board (NMTCB) and ARRT-CT.
• Graduate from Specialty Training Program-Radiologic Technology (Required), Bachelor’s Degree-Related Field of Study (Preferred).
• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience (Required).
• Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body.
• Certified CT Technician - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).
• Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist - Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB).

Benefits

Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners.

Visa/Immigration

Does not qualify for J-1 waiver.

EEO Statement

We are a proud affiliate of an affirmative action, equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or status as a protected veteran.