CT Technologist - Per Diem

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health; Lancaster (Lancaster County); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn Medicine Lancaster General Health is seeking a Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist to provide radiographic care for diagnostic purposes. The role involves performing routine CT procedures, ensuring patient comfort, and documenting medical information accurately.

The ideal candidate should be a graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology program, with various certifications to be obtained shortly after hiring. Join us in making breakthroughs in patient care at our Lancaster, PA facility.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an AMA-approved program required.
• Certification in Radiologic Technology must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• CT Certification required within 18 months of hire.
• CPR certification is needed within 30 days.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine diagnostic radiographic CT procedures.
• Check requests for special instructions from physicians.
• Greet patients and explain procedures.
• Operate hospital computer systems and document required information.

Skills

Radiologic Technology

Patient interaction

Consultation with Radiologists

Computer systems operation

Education

Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy School

Certification in Radiologic Technology, Nuclear Medicine, or Radiation Therapy

Job description

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines. Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?

Location

Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA

Schedule

Per Diem - min of 8 hours per biweekly pay period, one weekend per month, no holidays, no on-call

Position Summary

The Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist is responsible for providing radiographic care for the purpose of diagnostic and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

Essential Functions

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic CT procedures through proper patient positioning and technique selection, in accordance with established LG protocols, policies and procedures.
• Receives requests, checking for special instructions from the requesting physicians. Consults with Radiologists as necessary.
• Greets patients—confirming their identifications, performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.
• Operates and enters information through the hospital computer system. Documents required information and patient history in the electronic medical record. Documents other information as required.
• Completes examination, consultation, and billing procedures as required.
• Accurately and appropriately utilizes all computer related equipment, such as the electronic health record, email and the intranet.

Job Requirements

Minimum Required Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy School.
• Certification in Radiologic Technology, Nuclear Medicine, or Radiation Therapy must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
• CT Technologist must obtain CT Certification within 18 months of hire.
• CPR certification is required within 30 days of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Two (2) years of advanced imaging experience.

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.