CT Technologist - Healthplex Pittston - Full Time - Days

Geisinger; Pittston (Luzerne County); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a CT Technologist I to operate CT scanners and perform imaging procedures. The role requires technical expertise, knowledge of clinical histories, and adherence to safety protocols. Successful candidates will enjoy a collaborative work environment and receive healthcare benefits from day one.

Benefits

Healthcare benefits from day one

Vision coverage

Dental coverage

Domestic partner coverage

Qualifications

• Possess comprehensive knowledge of major organ systems relevant to imaging.
• Maintain knowledge to operate different CT systems at multiple locations.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical expertise to operate CT scanners and acquire images.
• Perform CT interventional procedures and advanced CTA imaging.

Skills

Technical Expertise

Knowledge of Clinical Histories

Understanding of Physiology and Physics

Education

Graduate from Specialty Training Program

Job description

Job Summary: $10,000 sign-on bonus for eligible applicants! This posting reflects an opening for a CT Technologist I. We are seeking candidates for that position, but Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels, such as CT Technologist II, based on skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Job Duties

1. Provide technical expertise to operate CT scanners, power injectors, and computer systems to acquire images for radiologist diagnosis and treatment.
2. Maintain knowledge to operate different CT systems at multiple locations.
3. Follow protocols based on Image Gently Guidelines and ensure dose data is monitored with alerts for exceeding preset levels.
4. Possess comprehensive knowledge of clinical histories, major organ systems, and vascular systems relevant to thoracic, abdominal, pelvic, neuro, and musculoskeletal imaging.
5. Obtain CT images according to established protocols, ensuring patient preparation, positioning, immobilization, and protective shielding when applicable.
6. Perform CT interventional procedures and advanced CTA imaging, including specialized studies like TAVR, EVAR, and cardiac imaging.
7. Maintain knowledge of pharmacology to ensure lab results are obtained prior to exams.
8. Understand physiology and physics principles to produce quality scans and minimize patient dose.
9. Interpret technical factors to optimize scan quality and efficiency.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Employees are accountable for meeting job-specific obligations and complying with organizational policies and procedures. This description highlights typical responsibilities but is not exhaustive. Additional competencies may be required based on departmental orientation.

Position Details

• Education: Graduate from Specialty Training Program (Required)
• Experience: Not specified
• Certifications and Licenses: Basic Life Support Certification; Certified Radiology Technologist within 12 months (ARRT)

Our Purpose & Values

We are committed to caring for our patients, members, students, colleagues, and communities. Our core values include:

• Kindness: Treat everyone with respect.
• Excellence: Strive for continual improvement.
• Learning: Share knowledge to prepare future caregivers.
• Innovation: Seek new and better ways to provide care.
• Safety: Ensure a safe environment for all.

We offer healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage. We foster a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive workplace, and are proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.