CT Technologist-Part Time

UPMC; Harrisburg (Dauphin County); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

UPMC Harrisburg seeks a CT Technologist to join our imaging team. The role involves performing CT procedures, managing contrast administration, and ensuring accurate documentation within RIS and ISITE.

You will work as part of a coordinated team dedicated to patient care and safety. Ideal candidates are ARRT or CNMT registry eligible, with demonstrated CT experience and competencies in venipuncture and patient communication.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an ARRT approved Radiologic Technology program or CNMT program.
• ARRT/CNMT registry eligibility with plan to obtain required registration.
• Experience performing CT procedures and contrast administration.

Responsibilities

• Perform CT procedures using established scan protocols and contrast as ordered.
• Operate imaging equipment, reconstruct images, and document data per protocol.
• Code and track exams in RIS, and ensure proper archiving in ISITE.
• Administer PO/IV contrast per physician orders after assessing risk.
• Communicate clearly with patients to explain procedures and alleviate concerns.

Skills

CT imaging

Contrast administration

Venipuncture

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

ARRT registry eligible

CNMT registry eligible

Tools

RIS system

ISITE archiving

Power injector

Job description

Are you ready to take the next step in your imaging career while making a meaningful difference in patient care?

If you're currently a Diagnostic Technologist and interested in expanding your skills, we offer opportunities to advance into a CT Technologist role through our career ladder and On-the-Job Training Program. Join a team that is committed to employee growth, professional development, and well-being.

UPMC is seeking a CT Technologist to support the CT Department at UPMC Harrisburg

Employment Type: Part -Time

Schedule: 40 hours per pay period - Schedule will rotate between Day, Evening and Weekend Shifts

Eligible candidates will be placed into the appropriate position and salary grade within our CT Career Ladder based on their education, certifications, and relevant experience.

Purpose:

Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without requiring constant supervision.
• Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.
• Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
• Administers PO, rectal and IV contrast per physician orders/department policy and assess patients for potential risk factors prior to the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patients fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement to adjust protocols, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic CT purposes.
• Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
• Demonstrates proper technique in venipuncture; demonstrates proper use of power injector according to set protocols set by department and/or manufacturer.

Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program. ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT registry within 6 months of hire date.

CT registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired or date of hire if primary registry is already obtained.

CNMT graduates must obtain CNMT registry within 6months of hire date.

Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:

ARRT registry eligible technologist must obtain ARRT registry within 6 months of hire date.

CT registry must be acquired within 18 months of the date the primary registry was acquired or date of hire if primary registry is already obtained.

All CT Technologist working in NY facilities performing contrast media injection are required to have received certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) or Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) and be Licensed through the New York State Department of Health.

CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.

If practicing under a temporary permit: cannot administer IV contrast or participate in contrast-enhanced CT requiring IV administration duties, must be under direct supervision of licensed radiologic technologist, must obtain ARRT certification within 180 days of permit issue date. Temporary permits expire 180 days from date of issuance, or upon notice that license application denied, or ten days after notification of failure of licensing exam, whichever occurs first.

• ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
• Act 31 Child Abuse Reporting with renewal
• Act 33 with renewal
• Act 34 with renewal
• Act 73 FBI Clearance with renewal

UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran