CT/Diagnostic Technologist II - Weekend

Schuylkill•Hellertown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic CT and radiologic imaging under the direction of a physician, using professional judgment and maintaining technical and radiation quality standards. Delivers imaging procedures courteously and professionally, follows radiation safety precautions, addresses patient questions and concerns, and protects confidential patient information. The role is based in a hospital offering full hospital services and provides direct care to high-acuity emergency, inpatient, and outpatient patients, including trauma and ICU patients. The technologist performs imaging procedures and operates imaging equipment, injectors, and monitors; reviews images and repeats exams when needed; verifies orders and correct patient records; documents relevant exam information and patient responses; and prepares and educates patients. The role also involves coordinating daily work and exam timing with the team, supporting the training of new employees and students, and completing scheduled and unscheduled work accurately while maintaining a clean work area. This is an onsite weekend position at Lehigh Valley Hospital–Hellertown, scheduled Saturday and Sunday, 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Requirements

Technical school diploma and graduation from an accredited Radiography program or equivalent.
Registered Technologist (RT) in Radiology certification in Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
Computed Tomography (CT) certification through ARRT in Pennsylvania, required upon hire.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support certification in Pennsylvania within 30 days.
One year of experience as a Radiologic Technologist.
One year of experience as a CT technologist.
Ability to provide proper patient care essential to radiologic procedures.
Knowledge and skills to perform imaging exams on patients of all ages and adapt to various protocols.
Proficient use of advanced CT scanning software and post-procedure processing applications.
Strong aptitude for CT technology.
Strong interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and upbeat demeanor.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree.
Graduation from a health science program.
Knowledge and skills to perform venipuncture.

Responsibilities

Perform diagnostic CT and radiologic imaging procedures under physician direction while maintaining technical and radiation quality standards.
Operate imaging equipment, injectors, and monitors safely and properly.
Review images and repeat exams as necessary to achieve the best possible results while providing radiation protection in accordance with safety standards.
Communicate with patients by introducing oneself, explaining exams in lay terms, and keeping patients informed of exam progress.
Verify that the appropriate exam is ordered and ensure images are delivered to the correct patient folder in PACS.
Document LMP, fluoroscopy time, number of images, relevant history, adverse reactions to contrast media, and changes in the patient's condition.
Prepare patients for imaging by reviewing charts and scripts, verifying pertinent information, assessing needs and medical history, and providing patient education.
Coordinate daily duties and exam timing with the team.
Complete scheduled and unscheduled work accurately and promptly to maximize productivity, while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area.
Attend department and other mandatory meetings.
Assist with education and training of new employees, students, and other ancillary personnel.