Location: Jamestown,NY, USA
Join Our Team as a CT Technologist at UPMC Chautauqua!
Are you a dedicated CT Technologist looking to make a meaningful impact in patient care? At UPMC Chautauqua, we are seeking an exceptional CT Technologist to join our dynamic imaging team. In this role, you will perform advanced imaging procedures that play a vital part in diagnosing and treating patients. If you're ready to bring your skills and compassion to a supportive environment, we want to hear from you!
Make a Difference
Join UPMC Chautauqua as a CT Technologist and be part of a team committed to excellence in healthcare. Your expertise will directly contribute to accurate diagnoses and positive patient outcomes.
Ready to take the next step in your career? Apply now and help us provide exceptional care to our community!
The selected candidate will be placed into the appropriate level of the career ladder based on experience and manager discretion.
This position may be eligible for a 2 year, $15,000 sign-on bonus
Performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Competently performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgment, ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnostic purposes.
**Responsibilities:**
+ 1. Performs computed tomography procedures utilizing established scan protocols, including contrast administration without requiring constant supervision.
+ 3. Utilizes complex imaging equipment for the acquisition, analysis, reconstruction and documentation of image data and completes procedures according to protocol.
+ 9. Ensures all exams within his/her area of responsibility are properly coded and tracked through RIS system, all exams are properly networked to ISITE for archiving and interpretation, and all charges are adequately entered for the exams performed.
+ 5. Administers PO, rectal and IV contrast per physician orders/department policy and assess patients for potential risk factors prior to the administration of the contrast media required for the imaging procedure.
+ 7. Demonstrates the ability to communicate instructions to patients in a clear and concise manner and explain procedures to help allay the patient?s fears and solicit their cooperation.
+ 2. Performs a variety of technical procedures that require independent judgement to adjust protocols, and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation appropriately for diagnostic CT purposes.
+ 6. Demonstrates a strong ability to interact with both patients and co-workers, while displaying a high level of caring, listening, dignity and respect. Able to work as team member within the department and all other departments to expedite patient care efficiently.
+ 8. Identifies all patients properly by using two patient identifiers and utilizes universal protocol when performing procedures. Reviews patient history and assesses physician orders, applying specific departmental protocols for optimal results in the acquisition of data. Documents patient history in electronic record as required.
+ 4. Demonstrates proper technique in venipuncture; demonstrates proper use of power injector according to set protocols set by department and/or manufacturer.
Graduate of an ARRT approved school of Radiologic Technology or completion of accredited CNMT program.
**Licensure, Certifications, and Clearances:**
ARRT certified as a Radiologic Technologist is required or certified by a CNMT program. Must obtain CT board certification within 18 months of hire date, 24 months of hire date if certified by a CNMT program.CPR or BLS Required. CPR required based on AHA standards that include both a didactic and skills demonstration component within 30 days of hire.
Basic Life Support issued by the AHA within 30 days of hire/transfer.
+ ARRT Certificate OR Nuclear Medicine Technologist Certification (NMTC)
+ Basic Life Support (BLS)
+ Basic Life Support (BLS) OR Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)
+ NYS Staff Exclusion List (NYSEL)
+ NYS Statewide Central Register of Child Abuse (NYSCR)
**UPMC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Disability/Veteran**