CT Technologist Adv - Night Program

UPMC • Carlisle, PA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

UPMC is seeking an advanced CT Technologist to support the CT Scan department at UPMC Carlisle. The role performs advanced imaging procedures without constant supervision, applying independent judgment, ingenuity, and initiative to use prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes. The technologist performs the responsibilities of a CT Tech I, works with radiologists on protocol development, and contributes to quality assurance, regulatory testing, staff training, quality control, and system-level standardization. The position is part of a full-time night program scheduled Thursday, Friday, and Saturday from 1800 to 0700, with one minor and one major holiday. Night-program participants must have six months of experience and receive an additional $2 per hour night-program differential for program night hours, in addition to the hospital’s current off-shift differential. Eligible new hires may receive a $20,000 sign-on bonus in return for a two-year commitment. The Monthly Loan Repayment Program is available exclusively to graduates from December 2023 onward and offers up to $9,000 paid over three years. Placement in the career ladder job title and salary grade is based on education and experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of an ARRT-approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of an accredited CNMT program.
• CT experience is required; the job posting does not specify a number of years.
• Must have received a strong/solid/good rating on the most recent performance review to be eligible for promotion.
• ARRT certification as a CT Technologist.
• CPR or BLS certification is required; CPR must meet AHA standards, including didactic and skills demonstration components, within 30 days of hire.
• Required clearances must be within five years of hire.
• ARRT Certificate or Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) or Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR).
• Act 34 clearance.
• Night-program participants must have six months of experience.

Responsibilities

• Performs or assists the Clinical Specialist with quality assurance, regulatory testing, and other technical and research initiatives.
• Assists with training staff and student technologists.
• Monitors quality-control activities and provides patient care according to current protocols and procedures, demonstrating advanced diagnostic imaging knowledge.
• Demonstrates competency with specialty equipment, such as 3D reconstruction and cardiac scanning, and analyzes data promptly.
• Participates in standardization activities with system-level workgroups.
• Functions independently and is able to cover off shifts, fulfill on-call responsibilities, and work at satellite facilities where applicable, while communicating with the lead and management team.
• Performs all job responsibilities of CT Tech I.
• Works directly with radiologists on protocol development.

Benefits

• $20,000 sign-on bonus for eligible new hires who commit to two years.
• Monthly Loan Repayment Program for graduates from December 2023 onward: up to $9,000 paid over three years.
• Additional $2 per hour night-program differential for program night hours, on top of the hospital’s current off-shift differential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: No Education Listed