CT Technologist | Weekend Program | Wellsboro

UPMC•Wellsboro, PA

2h•Onsite

About The Position

UPMC North Central Pa. is hiring a CT Technologist for its Weekend Program in Wellsboro. The role performs advanced computed tomography imaging with minimal supervision, provides compassionate patient care, and produces high-quality diagnostic images. The position uses established imaging protocols and advanced CT equipment for image acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation. The program schedule is Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, with qualifying shifts scheduled between Friday at 3:00 p.m. and Monday at 7:00 a.m. Participants work 48 weekends per year and 24 hours per weekend, either as two 12-hour shifts or three 8-hour shifts. There are no on-call requirements. Holidays are scheduled on a rotating basis, under requirements that mirror those for non-weekend staff. Up to 96 combined hours of PTO and ITO may be used on weekends per fiscal year, allowing up to eight weekend shifts off annually. Optional weekday shifts are paid at the standard weekday rate and do not replace required weekend hours. Weekend Program benefits are offered as they would be for full-time staff and include medical benefits, paid short- and long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and PTO accrual. The posting also advertises a $20,000 sign-on bonus with a two-year commitment and a weekend differential stated as “15%25.”

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Radiologic Technology program approved by ARRT, or completion of an accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology program.
Minimum of six months of CT experience.
Strong technical, critical-thinking, communication, and patient-care skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
ARRT registry-eligible candidates must obtain ARRT certification within six months of hire.
CT certification must be obtained within 18 months of obtaining a primary ARRT registry, or within 18 months of hire if a primary registry has already been earned.
Graduates of accredited Nuclear Medicine Technology programs must obtain NMTCB (CNMT) certification within six months of hire.
Current ARRT (R) or NMTCB/CNMT certification is required, or candidates must be eligible to obtain certification within the specified timeframe.
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) or CPR certification is required, or must be obtained within 30 days of hire in accordance with AHA standards.
Candidates working under a temporary permit require direct supervision by a licensed radiologic technologist, may not administer IV contrast or participate in contrast-enhanced CT procedures requiring IV contrast, and must obtain ARRT certification within 180 days of permit issuance.
Obtain and maintain required certifications and clearances, including Act 31 Child Abuse Recognition and Reporting, Act 33 Clearances, Act 34 Criminal Background Check, and Act 73 FBI Clearance as required, with ongoing renewals.
Work 48 weekends per year and 24 hours per weekend, completing scheduled hours between Friday at 3:00 p.m. and Monday at 7:00 a.m.

Nice To Haves

CT certification or eligibility for CT certification.

Responsibilities

Perform computed tomography procedures using established imaging protocols, including contrast administration.
Use advanced CT equipment for image acquisition, analysis, reconstruction, and documentation.
Adjust protocols independently and apply sound clinical judgment to obtain optimal diagnostic images.
Administer oral, rectal, and IV contrast according to physician orders and department policies.
Demonstrate proficiency in venipuncture and power injector usage.
Review patient histories, assess physician orders, and apply department protocols to ensure accurate imaging results.
Accurately document patient information and maintain imaging records in electronic systems.
Ensure exams are properly coded, tracked, archived, and charged through RIS and PACS systems.
Verify patient identity using two approved identifiers and follow universal safety protocols.
Explain procedures clearly, ease patient concerns, and foster cooperation.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and fellow team members to support efficient patient care.