Southern CT Scan Technologist I Float - Outpatient - FT (40 hours)

Christiana Care Health System; Newark, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 53,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

ChristianaCare in Newark, DE is seeking a CT Scan Technologist to perform all phases of CT imaging for outpatients under the radiologist guidance.

Responsibilities include performing CT procedures, quality control, maintaining patient confidentiality, coordinating workflow, and assisting in student training.

Requirements include ARRT CT and radiologic technology registrations, state licensure, an Associate’s degree, CPR, IV training, and cross-sectional anatomy training.

Qualifications

• ARRT registry in radiologic technology is required.
• ARRT CT registry is required within two years of hire.
• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is required.
• An Associate’s degree is required; must obtain AS degree within three years.
• Certification in CPR is required.
• Yearly PEEPS certification required for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.
• Completion of IV training course is required.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT procedures and quality control as defined by department guidelines.
• Demonstrates knowledge and proficiency in the use of CT Scanner Units and related systems.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations (ACR, Joint Commission).
• Completes all imaging and non-imaging procedures within scheduled times.
• Enters accurate patient study information into the clinical care systems.
• Assists in coordinating workflow and patient care activities.
• Obtains clinical history and appropriate consent.
• Verifies insurance pre-authorization prior to scanning.

Education

ARRT registry in radiologic technology

ARRT CT registry

State Licensure on Radiation Protection

Associate's degree (AS)

CPR

PEEPS certification

IV training course

Job description

Are you interested in working for an organization passionate about love and excellence?

ChristianaCareis a nonprofit health system with a mission of service. We believe that the key to providing truly excellent health care is to partner with our patients and their families, building a system of care that is effective, affordable and valuable to everyone who is touched by it.

Shift:

• 7:30am - 4:00pm and 7:45a.m - 4:15pm

Location:

• Float locations: Smyrna, Middletown, Newark, and Helen Graham Cancer Center
• Weekends: One Saturday every 3months.

Primary Function:

• The primary function is performance of all phases of CT Scan Testing. Work is performed on outpatients in accordance with established procedures and protocols of the department and under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Perform other diagnostic imaging exams as skills permit.
• Perform clerical and scheduling duties as needed.

Principle Responsibilities:

• Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of CT Scanner Units, radiology supported computer systems and CD Burners.
• Performs CT procedures and quality control as defined by department guidelines.
• Maintains compliance with local, state, and federal regulations in ACR and state licenses. Complies with Joint Commission regulations.
• Completes all technical assigned imaging and non-imaging procedures in the designated scheduled times.
• Enters accurate patient study information into the clinical care systems.
• Assist with the coordination of workflow and patient care activities.
• Obtain clinical history regarding reason for examination and obtains appropriate consent.
• Verifies insurance pre-authorization as defined by departmental protocols prior to scanning patient.
• Maintains patient confidentially.
• Uses 2 patient identifiers at all times.
• Assists in the learning process of students and new staff in department procedures, quality control, and radiation safety.

Education:

• Completion of ARRT registry in radiologic technology required (two-year accredited program).
• Completion of ARRT registry in CT scan required (achieved within two years of hire).
• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is required.
• Completion of formal and/or on the job training on cross sectional anatomy.
• An Associate’s degree is required; candidates are required to obtain their Associates of Science degree (can be substituted within a related field), within three (3) years of their start date as outlined in the Education Agreement required to be signed as a condition of employment.
• Certification in CPR.
• Yearly PEEPS certification required for proper and safe positioning and transfer of patients.
• Completion of IV training course.

Special Requirements:

• State Licensure on Radiation Protection is required.
• The successful completion of the CT Registry exam is a job requirement. A technologist, who is recruited and non-certified, will have a grace period of 2 years following hire to pass this exam.
• Completion of IV training course.

This position pays between $38.13 to $52.43 based on experience.This pay rate/range represents ChristianaCare’s good faith and reasonable estimate of compensation at the time of posting. The actual salary within this range offered to a successful candidate will depend on individual factors including without limitation skills, relevant experience, and qualifications as they relate to specific job requirements.

Christiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.