CT Technologist - Computer Tomography CT - Night

ScheduleFull Time, Night Shift (72 hours Biweekly)Hours: Sunday - Tuesday, 7:00pm-7:00amRotation: Weekend call / holidaysGeneral SummaryPerforms routine and specialized CT radiologic procedures at an advanced skills level. Performs procedures to produce computerized tomographic scanner radiographs of designated anatomical areas according to established practices and procedures.Essential Functions:Performs CT Scan Radiology studies; obtains patient history, explains routine procedures and addresses patient concerns.Under the direct supervision of the physician, administers intravenous contrast media. Recognizes complications (e.g., contrast reaction) and treats appropriately.Schedules cases to coordinate with other patient examinations.Positions and transfers patients comfortably.Immobilizes patients as necessary and practices radiation safety procedures.Performs duties as on call technologist. Trains new staff. Has passed the CT specialty exam as per ARRT.Performs the duties of Radiographer as needed.Prepares and maintains written documentation as required by the profession and the department.Common Expectations:Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s).Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required.Maintains established policies and procedures, objectives, quality assessment, safety, environmental and infection control standards.Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, current literature, inservice meetings, and workshops.Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.Supervises, assists and evaluates students in the clinical education setting.Requests and orders supplies as necessary to keep materials on hand at all times.Appropriately segments and archives images and exams to the PACS archive.Maintains orderliness and cleanliness of work areas and/or patient rooms.WellSpan Health's vision is to reimagine healthcare through the delivery of comprehensive, equitable health and wellness solutions throughout our continuum of care. As an integrated delivery system focused on leading in value-based care, we encompass more than 2,300 employed providers, 250 locations, nine award-winning hospitals, home care and a behavioral health organization serving central Pennsylvania and northern Maryland. Our high-performing Medicare Accountable Care Organization (ACO) is the region's largest and one of the best in the nation. With a team 23,000 strong, WellSpan experts provide a range of services, from wellness and employer services solutions to advanced care for complex medical and behavioral conditions. Our clinically integrated network of 3,000 aligned physicians and advanced practice providers is dedicated to providing the highest quality and safety, inspiring our patients and communities to be their healthiest.WellSpan Gettysburg HospitalCelebrating over 100 years of community care, WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital is a nationally recognized acute care community hospital, serving more than 100,000 residents from the greater Adams County and northern Maryland area. The hospital offers services that include neurosciences, orthopedics, oncology and infusion, OB/GYN and interventional heart and vascular care. Our patients can receive a full range of heart services close to home"” from preventative care and diagnostics to medical and interventional treatments, to cardiac rehabilitation. The specialists of WellSpan Cardiology perform procedures at WellSpan Gettysburg Hospital's newly renovated catheterization lab, equipped with the latest technology and equipment.QualificationsWork Experience:2 years Related experience. RequiredLicenses:Registered Technologist-Computed Tomography - ARRT Upon Hire Required orCertified in Computed Tomography - NMTCB Upon Hire Required andBasic Life Support Upon Hire RequiredCourses and Training:Accredited program in radiologic technology and training in computer tomography procedures. Upon Hire Required

Created: 2024-11-04