Cat Scan Technologist Full-Time Evenings: On The Job Cross Training available for ARRT Certified Technologist

St. Luke's University Health Network • Allentown, PA

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About The Position

St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care. Full-Time Cat Scan Technologist 3 12-hour shifts 11 AM-11 PM Wednesday, Thursday and Friday. The Registered Cat Scan Technologist will perform various CT scans and assists Radiologist during performance of invasive procedures for diagnostic purposes.

Requirements

• Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or AART registered.
• Advanced registry in CT required.
• One-year staff technologist experience.
• Recent CT Scan experience preferred.
• Advanced CT registry required within one year of hire.
• Current CPR certification required before completion of orientation.
• History of computer usage experience required.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists Radiologist during all aspects of invasive procedures and performs CT scan examinations as directed by the Radiologist.
• Communicates clinical observations during CT Scan examinations to Radiologist.
• Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to Radiologist.
• Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job responsibilities.
• Injects contrast for CT Scans in accordance with department policy.
• Completes patient CT questionnaire for each patient and reviews prior to start of exam.
• Performs 3-D imaging functions.
• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
• Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in inservices and/or continuing education programs.
• Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
• Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background and information pertinent to proposed examination.
• Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS.
• Verifies correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.
• Responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital designated Press Ganey score.
• Ensures every patient receives patient education.
• Annual peer review of images meets department standards.

Benefits

• Equal Opportunity Employer
• Top Workplace recognition
• Comprehensive health benefits
• Professional development opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree