CT/Diagnostic Technologist II

Schuylkill•Hellertown, PA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs diagnostic CT and radiologic imaging under physician direction, using professional judgment and maintaining technical and radiation quality standards. Delivers imaging procedures courteously and professionally, follows radiation safety precautions, addresses patients’ questions and concerns, and protects confidential patient health information. The position is 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 role operates imaging equipment and related injectors and monitors; prepares patients and verifies relevant clinical information; reviews images and repeats exams when needed; documents exam details and patient responses; and ensures exams and images are correctly ordered and filed. The technologist coordinates daily work with the team, supports education of new employees and students, and maintains a clean work area while completing scheduled and unscheduled work accurately and promptly.

Requirements

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

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.
Communicate with patients, explain exams in lay terms, and keep them informed about exam progress.
Verify that the appropriate exam is ordered and images are delivered to the correct patient folder in PACS.
Document last menstrual period, fluoroscopy time, image count, relevant history, contrast-media adverse reactions, and changes in the patient’s condition.
Prepare patients by reviewing charts and scripts, verifying pertinent information, assessing needs and medical history, and providing education.
Attend department and other mandatory meetings and assist with education and training of new employees, students, and ancillary personnel.
Coordinate daily duties and exam timing with the team.
Complete scheduled and unscheduled work accurately and promptly while maintaining cleanliness and sanitation of the immediate work area.