CT Technologist - Rad-CT Scan

UVM Health; City of Plattsburgh (NY); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

UVM Health in New York is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT procedures across departments, following hospital policy and state guidelines. You will assist in radiology operations and deliver compassionate patient care.

Requirements include NYS DOH licensure, ARRT (CT) credentialing within two years, and the ability to be on-call for CT scanning per the union contract. BLS certification preferred; radiography experience is advantageous.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed by the New York State Department of Health and registered by ARRT (Radiographer).
• Must obtain ARRT (CT) credentials within two years.
• Must be NYSDOH certified to inject IV contrast within two months of orientation.
• On-call CT duties per union contract.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills with patients and staff.
• Ability to think and act quickly in stressful situations.
• BLS certified (or within 3 months).
• One year radiographer experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures in various settings as ordered by licensed providers.
• Assists in all aspects of Radiology Department operations.
• Ensures adherence to hospital policies and state guidelines.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Ability to think quickly

On-call availability

Education

ARRT (CT) credentialing

NYS Department of Health licensure

Tools

CT imaging equipment

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

Education/Skills Required:

1. 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.
2. Must be New York State Department of Health certified to inject IV contrast within two (2) months of completing the orientation period.
3. Will be responsible for on-call in CT per union contract.
4. Requires sufficient sensitivity and interpersonal skills in dealing with apprehensive patients and families in a professional and compassionate manner.
5. Requires positive and effective communicating skills for interaction with physicians and staff in any situation.
6. Requires an ability to think and act quickly in order to deliver efficient quality care in a variety of stressful situations.
7. Must be BLS certified (or obtained within 3 months).
8. One year of Radiographer experience preferred.

As applicable, the individual has training/competency in attending to the special needs and/or behaviors appropriate to the age of the patients for which care is being provided.