CT Technologist | or Diagnostic Tech |Full-Time | Wellsboro

UPMC; Wellsboro (Tioga County); On-site; USD 44,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UPMC in Wellsboro, PA is seeking a CT/Diagnostic Technologist to join a collaborative imaging team. The role involves performing CT procedures using established protocols, administering contrast, and ensuring high-quality patient care during diagnostic imaging. CT-certified candidates are preferred, but those growing CT experience are encouraged to apply.

Weekend and holiday rotation is required, with a typical schedule of 7:45 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.

Qualifications

• Experience performing CT procedures and using imaging equipment.
• Ability to work with contrast media and patient monitoring.
• Willingness to rotate weekends/holidays.

Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography procedures using established scan protocols, including contrast administration, without requiring constant supervision.
• Operate imaging equipment for acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data.
• Review patient history and orders and apply department protocols to achieve optimal imaging results.
• Ensure exams are properly coded and tracked through RIS, and charges are entered correctly.

Job description

CT / Diagnostic Technologist

Typical Schedule: 7:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m.
Weekend & Holiday Rotation Required

CT Technologist Pay Range: $36.99-$49.20/hour
Diagnostic Technologist Pay Range: $31.64–$43.30/hour
Sign-On Bonus Available for Qualified Applicants

Grow Your Imaging Career With Us

If you're an experienced imaging professional looking for an opportunity to expand your skills in CT, we'd love to hear from you!

CT-certified candidates are preferred, but Diagnostic Technologists interested in growing their CT experience are encouraged to apply.

In this role, you'll work as part of a collaborative imaging team, performing diagnostic imaging procedures while using your clinical knowledge, technical expertise, and independent judgment to provide high-quality patient care.

What You'll Do

As a member of the imaging team, you will:

• Perform computed tomography procedures using established scan protocols, including contrast administration, without requiring constant supervision.
• Operate advanced imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation of image data.
• Apply independent judgment to adjust protocols and appropriately utilize prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic CT procedures.
• Review patient history and physician orders and apply departmental protocols to achieve optimal imaging results.
• Properly identify patients using two patient identifiers and follow universal protocol when performing procedures.
• Administer oral, rectal, and IV contrast according to physician orders and department policy, including assessing patients for potential risk factors prior to administration.
• Perform venipuncture and properly operate power injectors according to department and manufacturer protocols.
• Provide patients with clear, easy-to-understand instructions, explain procedures, and help ease concerns while encouraging cooperation throughout their exam.
• Demonstrate compassion, professionalism, dignity, and respect when interacting with patients and coworkers.
• Collaborate with team members within imaging and across other departments to help provide timely and efficient patient care.
• Ensure exams are properly coded and tracked through RIS, images are appropriately networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and charges are accurately entered.

Why Consider This Opportunity?

This position is a great opportunity for a technologist who enjoys combining technical expertise with meaningful patient interaction. Whether you're already CT certified or are a Diagnostic Technologist looking for an opportunity to continue developing your imaging career, we encourage you to apply.

A sign-on bonus is available for qualified applicants.