CAT SCAN TECHNOLOGIST - FULL TIME FLEX - MIDNIGHT SHIFT - NEWARK CAMPUS

Company: ChristianaCare
Location: Newark
Posted on: November 3, 2024

Job Description:

**THIS POSITION OFFERS A $7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS available for eligible candidates**Are you interested in working for an organization passionate about love and excellence?ChristianaCare -is a nonprofit health system with a mission of service. We believe that the key to providing truly excellent health care is to partner with our patients and their families, building a system of care that is effective, affordable and valuable to everyone who is touched by it.ChristianaCare's Newark Hospital Imaging Department is currently recruiting for a Full Time Flex CT Technologist to work the midnight shift - 2300-0730; This position has a weekend and holiday requirement.Primary function:

• The primary function is performance of all phases of CT Scan Testing. Work is performed on hospital in-patients and outpatients in accordance with established procedures and protocols of the department and under the direction of the Radiologist.
• Perform other diagnostic imaging exams as skills permit
• Perform clerical and scheduling duties as neededPrincipal duties and responsibilities:
  • Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of CT Scanner Units.
  • Completes all technical assigned imaging and non-imaging procedures in the designated scheduled times.
  • Verifies insurance pre-authorization as defined by departmental protocols prior to scanning patient.
  • Assists in the learning process of students and new staff in department procedures, quality control, and radiation safety.
  • Administers all contrast media under physician's supervision.
  • Ability to assess patient for adverse reactions and/or changes in patient status.
  • Demonstrates complete knowledge and proficiency in the use of contrast media injectors.
  • Demonstrates knowledge and ability to perform i-STAT testing and accurate calculation of GFR following established departmental policies and procedures.
  • Demonstrates skills and knowledge necessary to provide care appropriate to neonatal, pediatric, adolescent, adult, and geriatric patients, including knowledge of growth and development.
  • Performs assigned work safely, adhering to established departmental safety rules and practices.Requirements:
    • Completion of ARRT registry
    • ARRT registry in CT Scan required.
    • Licensed by State of Delaware on Radiation Protection
    • Associates Degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
    • Completion of the CT Registry exam is a job requirement. A technologist, who is recruited and non-certified, will have a period of 2 years following hire to pass this exam.
    • An equivalent combination of education and experience may be substitutedChristiana Care offers:
      • Full Medical, Dental, Vision and other insurance benefits
      • 403 (b) with an employer match
      • Generous Paid Time Off#LI-NC1

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