CT Technologist - Rad-CT Scan

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

Job summary

UVM Health - Champlain Valley Physicians Hospital in Plattsburgh, NY seeks a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures across settings under licensed providers, following NYS guidelines and department policies. The role supports radiology operations and patient care, maintaining safety and quality during imaging.

The candidate should hold NYS DOH licensure and ARRT CT credentials within two years, be willing to participate in on-call duties, obtain IV contrast certification within two months of

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the NYS DOH and registered by ARRT (Radiographer).
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) credentials within two years.
• Must be NYS DOH certified to inject IV contrast within two months of orientation.
• Will be on-call in CT per union contract.
• BLS certification required (or obtained within 3 months).
• One year of Radiographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures in a variety of settings and locations as ordered by licensed providers.
• Assist in all aspects of Radiology Department operations and ensure safe, quality imaging.

Skills

ARRT CT credential

NYS licensure

IV contrast injection

On-call availability

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 Shift: 1500-2330

Secondary Shift: 2300-0730

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

• 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.
• 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.
• Must be New York State Department of Health certified to inject IV contrast within two (2) months of completing the orientation period.
• Will be responsible for on-call in CT per union contract.
• Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and families in a professional and compassionate manner.
• Requires positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff in any situation.
• Requires an ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.
• Must be BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).
• One year of Radiographer experience preferred.