CT Technologist - Full Time - Pennsylvania Hospital

Penn Medicine; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare seeks dedicated individuals to perform CT imaging procedures while ensuring patient safety and quality care. This role involves collaborating with a team of professionals to provide exceptional service and support to patients. With a commitment to innovative research and education, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the future of medicine. Join a forward-thinking organization that values its employees and provides comprehensive benefits, including tuition assistance, to help you thrive in your career.

Benefits

Prepaid Tuition Assistance

Comprehensive Health Benefits

Employee Wellness Programs

Qualifications

• Certification in Thnatlgy-Dth-Dying-Brv required.
• CT certification within 1 year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes CT equipment ensuring patient safety and quality control.
• Documents patient info and manages workflow efficiently.

Skills

Patient Safety Protocols

CT Imaging Procedures

Aseptic Techniques

Quality Control

Communication Skills

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology

Tools

IDX System

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical, and business professionals across all disciplines.

Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Summary:

• Performs a variety of CT imaging procedures and is responsible for patient safety protocols. Functions as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishments of their imaging needs.

Responsibilities:

• Equipment: Responsible for the utilization of CT equipment to ensure care and safety of patients, minimizing hazards such as electric shock, burns, and extraneous radiation. Follows and completes quality control on equipment. Demonstrates proper use and troubleshooting skills.
• Education: Possesses knowledge of procedures, responds to patient or family questions, attends mandatory meetings and inservices, maintains CPR and ARRT/CT certifications, and participates in training of new staff and students.
• Clinical: Introduces self to patient, verifies identity and understanding, practices aseptic techniques, reviews clinical history, obtains lab results, performs vein puncture, documents appropriately, adapts imaging procedures, monitors image quality, maintains ALARA standards, recognizes emergency signs, and manages workflow.
• Clerical: Utilizes IDX efficiently, documents patient info, provides documentation for medication reconciliation, maintains confidentiality, and verifies patient data.
• Management: Performs duties ethically, promotes teamwork, communicates effectively, manages patient queue, prepares treatment rooms, attends meetings, and monitors workflow.
• Performance Improvement: Participates in quality improvement activities.
• Safety: Adheres to TJC and state regulations, follows safety programs, and is aware of fire and safety regulations.

Credentials:

• Certification in Thnatlgy-Dth-Dying-Brv (Required)
• CT certification within 1 year of hire
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) Certification (Required)
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• High School Diploma/GED (Required)
• Graduation from an AMA-approved school of Radiologic Technology or hospital-trained
• Equivalent experience acceptable

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package, including a prepaid tuition assistance program. Penn Medicine employees are engaged and committed to our mission. Together, we will continue to advance medical science and improve lives.

Live Your Life's Work

We are an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. Candidates are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, disability, marital or familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship, military status, or any other protected status under law.