CT Technologist Level I - Rad-CT Scan

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health Network - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures across settings, upholding ethical and professional standards and assisting in Radiology operations.

The role requires NYS DOH licensure and ARRT registration, CT credentials within two years, IV contrast certification within orientation, BLS, and excellent interpersonal and communication skills to support patients, families, and physicians in stressful situations.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the New York State Department of Health and be registered by ARRT (Radiographer).
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) credentials within two years. Eligibility requirements will be reviewed by employee and manager/supervisor.
• New York State DOH certified to inject IV contrast within two months of orientation.
• Will be responsible for on-call in CT per union contract.
• Requires sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and families.
• Requires strong communication with physicians and staff in any situation.
• Must think and act quickly to deliver quality care in stressful situations.
• Must be BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).
• One year of Radiographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures in a variety of settings and locations as ordered by licensed providers.
• Assist in all aspects of Radiology Department operations.

Skills

NYS DOH license

ARRT registration

CT credentials within 2 yrs

On-call CT

Interpersonal skills

BLS certification

Job description

Per the Collective Bargaining Agreement, current bargaining unit employees have priority consideration for this position if they apply within seven (7) days of the posting date. After this period, all applicants will be considered equally.

Primary: 7:00pm-7:30am

Secondary: 3:00pm-3:30am

GENERAL SUMMARY

Performs CT procedures in a variety of settings and locations on patients as ordered by licensed providers in an ethical and professional manner according to hospital and departmental policy and according to any applicable New York State guidelines. Must assist in all aspects of the Radiology Department operations.

QUALIFICATIONS

1. Must be licensed by the New York State Department of Health and be registered by ARRT (Radiographer).
2. Must obtain ARRT (CT) credentials within two years Eligibility requirements will be reviewed by employee and manager/supervisor.
3. In the event that an employee has unsuccessfully attempted to become registered within the required timeframe, the employee is granted a six-month extension to become registered / credentialed.
4. Must be New York State Department of Health certified to inject IV contrast within two (2) months of completing the orientation period.
5. Will be responsible for on-call in CT per union contract.
6. Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and families in a professional and compassionate manner.
7. Requires positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff in any situation.
8. Requires an ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.
9. Must be BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).
10. One year of Radiographer experience preferred.