CT Technologist - 2nd Shift - Williamsport

Location

Williamsport, PA | United States

Job description

Are you a CT Technologist who is interested in a career that makes a difference in the lives of patients every day? If so, start building your career at UPMC in Williamsport, PA! This is a second shift position and includes rotating every other weekend and holiday. If you seek a challenge and are looking for an opportunity where you can grow both personally and professionally, we invite you to explore this opportunity with us today!

Prior CT experience is preferred but not required.

Qualified CT Technologists are eligible for a $10,000 sign-on bonus! A two-year work commitment is required.

Purpose:
Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs various technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.

Responsibilities:

• Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without requiring constant supervision.
• Utilizes complex imaging equipment to acquire, analyze, reconstruct, and document 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 assesses patients for potential risk factors before the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.
• Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients clearly and concisely and explain procedures to help allay the patient’s fears and solicit their cooperation.
• Performs various technical procedures that require independent judgment 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 a team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
• Identifies all patients properly using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Review patient history and assess 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.

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Salary

$33.52 - $48.76 per hour