CT Technologist (Weekend)

UPMC; Farrell (Mercer County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Short-term disability

Long-term disability

Tuition reimbursement

PTO accrual

Job summary

UPMC Horizon - Shenango Valley in Farrell, PA, is seeking a Weekend Program CT Technologist to join our Imaging Team. Applicants are placed into appropriate title and salary based on experience and education; a $20,000 sign-on bonus is offered for a 2-year commitment.

Responsibilities include performing CT procedures per protocol, reviewing patient history, and ensuring proper documentation via RIS/ISITE. Weekend shifts are required and patient care is provided with a team-focused approach.

Qualifications

• Minimum 6 months CT experience.
• Weekend program requires 48 weekends per year.
• Ability to administer contrast and operate CT equipment as directed.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures using established protocols and contrast administration.
• Manages image data and ensures proper coding and RIS/ISITE-networked archiving.
• Communicates instructions clearly to patients and supports their comfort and cooperation.
• Identifies patients with two identifiers and follows universal patient safety protocols.

Job description

Are you a skilled CT Technologist looking for a rewarding career?

UPMC Horizon - Shenango Valley in Farrell, PA, is seeking a Weekend Program CT Technologist to become a vital part of our Imaging Team.

Applicants will be placed into the appropriate job title and salary based on their individual experience and education.

We are currently offering a generous sign-on bonus for CT Technologist positions! Don't miss out -

Sign-On Bonus Details: $20,000 for a 2-year work commitment.

Weekend Program Guidelines:

• Eligible participants must have a minimum of 6 months of experience and work 48 weekends per year, 24 hours per weekend (either two 12-hour or three 8-hour shifts per weekend), between the hours of Friday at 3 p.m. and Monday at 7 a.m.
• Eligible participants may use up to a total of 96 hours of a combination scheduled and unscheduled Paid Time Off (PTO) and Ill Time Off (ITO) on the weekends for a maximum of eight weekend shifts off in a fiscal year. Holiday scheduling and work requirements will mirror the department's standard expectations for non-weekend staff.
• Recognize relevant years of experience for rate with applicable differential.
• Eligibility for annual merit increases will continue.
• Weekend program benefits (medical benefits, paid short-term and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, PTO accrual) offered as they would be for full-time staff.

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 patient's 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.