CT Technologist - Rad CT Scan

University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Vermont Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital is seeking a CT technologist to perform CT procedures across multiple settings, following NYS guidelines and department policy. The role requires assisting in all Radiology Department operations and delivering compassionate patient care.

Eligible candidates hold a NYS DOH Radiographer license and ARRT credentials, with ARRT CT credentials expected within two years and BLS certification within three months.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by NYS Department of Health and ARRT radiographer.
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) credentials within two years.
• Extension of six months allowed if registration not completed in time.
• Must be NYSDOH certified to inject IV contrast within two months of orientation.
• Will be on-call for CT per union contract.
• Requires sensitivity and interpersonal skills with patients and families.
• Requires effective communication with physicians and staff.
• Must be able to think and act quickly in stressful situations.
• BLS certification due within 3 months.
• One year radiographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures in a variety of settings and locations.
• Assists in all aspects of Radiology Department operations.
• Provides care and professional interaction with patients as ordered by licensed providers.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Fast thinking under pressure

Education

NYS Department of Health Radiographer license

ARRT CT credential

ARRT Radiography (CT) credential within 2 years

NYS DOH IV contrast injection certification

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.

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.