Cat Scan/X-Ray Technologist Full-Time Evening Shift

St. Luke’s University Health Network • Coaldale, PA

3d • Onsite

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 Evening Cat Scan Technologist: 4:00 pm-12:30 am Monday-Friday. The Registered Cat Scan/Radiology Technologist performs various CT Scans and assists the Radiologist during performance of invasive procedures for diagnostic purposes. In addition, performs diagnostic radiographic procedures adhering to the principle of radiation protection, according to local, state and federal standards.

Requirements

• PA CANDIDATE: Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program, or ARRT registered. Advanced registry in CT required within 1 year of hire date.
• NJ CANDIDATE: Graduate of an ARRT recognized School of Radiologic Technology and ARRT registry is required.
• A.A.S. Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
• 1 year of experience is required, two years or more of experience as a CT Technologist in a hospital setting preferred.
• Current state license (NJDEP) and appropriate registry (ARRT) is required.
• Current BLS certification within three months of hire.

Nice To Haves

• Recent CT Scan experience preferred.
• Advanced CT registry required within one year of hire.

Responsibilities

• Directly assists Radiologist during all aspects of invasive procedures and performs CT scan examinations as directed by the Radiologist
• Properly identifies patient and exam and performs diagnostic radiographic services on patients with the maximum amount of care, while evaluating the technical quality
• 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. Patient CT questionnaire is completed for each patient and reviewed prior to start of exam
• Performs 3-D imaging functions
• Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees