CT Technologist - GLH - Per Diem - Rotation

American Society for Clinical Laboratory Science; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a part-time CT Technologist to perform computed tomography procedures under the supervision of a Radiologist. The role involves acquiring digital images, ensuring patient care, and maintaining safety protocols in a clinical environment. Candidates should have relevant certifications and experience, with a strong commitment to patient safety and quality imaging.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits from day one

Collaborative work environment

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of related work experience is preferred.
• Basic Life Support Certification is required.
• Certified CT Technician by ARRT required.

Responsibilities

• Obtains CT images per established protocols and ensures patient preparation.
• Performs venous access for IV contrast administration.
• Maintains protocols based on Image Gently Guidelines.

Skills

Patient care

Technical expertise

Radiology knowledge

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CT Scanner

Power Injectors

Job description

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Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Radiologist and the following established duties and responsibilities, performs computed tomography procedures to acquire digital images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Plans and performs all CT procedures and post processing using advanced technology based on clinical criteria, anatomy and established protocols. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned clinical area. Ensures protocols are based on ImageGently Guidelines and CT scanner's integration into the program that compiles dose data from each scan performed and notifies the user when a scan exceeds specific preset levels.Union: Yes

Details

Posted: 02-Jun-25

Location: Lewistown, Pennsylvania

Type: Part Time

Categories

Allied Health

Internal Number: R-67828

Job Summary

Under general supervision of the Radiologist and the following established duties and responsibilities, performs computed tomography procedures to acquire digital images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Plans and performs all CT procedures and post processing using advanced technology based on clinical criteria, anatomy and established protocols. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned clinical area. Ensures protocols are based on ImageGently Guidelines and CT scanner's integration into the program that compiles dose data from each scan performed and notifies the user when a scan exceeds specific preset levels.Union: Yes

Job Duties

• Obtains CT images according to established protocols.
• In doing so, ensures the patient is properly prepared, positioned, immobilized, protective shielding used when applicable and correct technical factors are selected.
• - Performs I-Stat blood test.
• Translate Results for contrast procedures.
• Dispense appropriate oral contrast to patients based on patient history and protocol.
• Performs venous access for patients requiring IV contrast administration as directed by a radiologist.
• Perform CT Interventional Procedures and is skilled in, first assistant scrub to Interventionalist, preparation of the sterile procedure trays, is knowledgeable to provide assistance and appropriate supplies for biopsies, drainages, aspirations, Endo leak Glueing, and Ablations, maintaining CT interventional inventory: supplies, catheters, wires, needles, etc.
• Operating Cryo, Radiofrequency, and microwave ablations, to include equipment set-up, machine operation and various probe use.
• Performs CTA imaging: Carotid, Head, Vertebral, Run-Offs, PE critical bolus timing.
• Also Advanced CTA studies such as Trans Catheter Aortic Valve Replacement, Endovascular Aneurysm Repair and Cardiac imaging Provides technical expertise to operate CT Scanners, power injectors and computer systems to acquire images for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies.
• CT technologist must maintain the knowledge to operate different CT Systems at multiple locations.
• Maintain protocols that are based on Image Gently Guidelines and CT scanner's integration into a program that compiles dose data from each scan performed and notifies the user when a scan exceeds specific preset levels.
• Maintain vast knowledge of all clinical histories to match appropriate protocols and knowledge of all major organ systems and vascular systems, needed to produce quality cardiac images Ensure all equipment and supplies are properly cleaned, sterilized and in working order.
• Maintains working knowledge of pharmacology to ensure lab results are obtained prior to scheduled exam - Determine possible drug interaction with IV contrast - Medications used during Cardiac scanning - Metformin and Glucophage based drugs for patients receiving IV contrast Maintain knowledge of physics to lower patient dose on CT scanner.
• Interpret technical factors to increase quality or speed of scan Maintain working knowledge to extract Pre-Cert Patient and Insurance information to schedule the exam in a timely manner Interface with ordering providers regarding correct exams to order, lab tests required and appropriate pertinent clinical information Maintain inventory management system for CT supplies and inventory.
• Provide correct CTP coding and charges for patient procedures and supplies Performs equipment quality control tests and notifies team leader and radiology maintenance of irregularities.
• Utilize Life Image image management for scan received from outside hospitals and import images to picture archiving communication system in appropriate manner, when requested.
• Imaging exams and procedure tray set up require access and handling of non-controlled medications.
  
  

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job.

Position Details

Education

Experience

Graduate from Specialty Training Program- (Required), Bachelor's Degree- (Preferred)

Minimum Of 2 Years-Related Work Experience (Preferred)

Certification(s) and License(s)

Basic Life Support Certification - Default Issuing Body; Certified CT Technician - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT); Certified Radiology Technologist - American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT)

OUR PURPOSE & VALUES: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family and our communities. KINDNESS: We strive to treat everyone as we would hope to be treated ourselves. EXCELLENCE: We treasure colleagues who humbly strive for excellence. LEARNING: We share our knowledge with the best and brightest to better prepare the caregivers for tomorrow. INNOVATION: We constantly seek new and better ways to care for our patients, our members, our community, and the nation. SAFETY: We provide a safe environment for our patients and members and the Geisinger family We offer healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners. Perhaps just as important, from senior management on down, we encourage an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality. We know that a diverse workforce with unique experiences and backgrounds makes our team stronger. Our patients, members and community come from a wide variety of backgrounds, and it takes a diverse workforce to make better health easier for all. We are proud to be 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.

We are an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer Women and Minorities are Encouraged to Apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability or their protected veteran status.

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At Geisinger, our innovative ideas are inspired by the communities we serve – like our Fresh FoodFarmacy, a program that delivers life-saving healthy alternatives to patients with diabetes. With additional tools like our MyCode Community Health Initiative, one of the first health system genome sequencingprograms, and our new asthma app suite that we developed in partnership with AstraZeneca, it’s no wonder we’re ranked one of the Top 5 Most Innovative Healthcare Systems by Becker's Hospital Review. We continually work towards continuous improvement in a culture where everyone has a voice and firmly believe that better begins with all of us.Founded more than 100 years ago, Geisinger serves more than three million residents throughout central, south-central and northeastern Pennsylvania and southern New Jersey. Our physician-led system is comprised of 30,000 employees, including 1,600 employed physicians, and consists of 1...3 hospital campuses, the Geisinger Health Plan, Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine and two research centers. What you do at Geisinger shapes the future of health and improves lives – for our patients, communities, and you.

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