CAT Scan Technologist - Full-Time - Newark Campus

Company: ChristianaCare
Location: Newark
Posted on: November 14, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description*** $7,500 SIGN ON BONUS AVAILABLE ***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 CT Technologist to work flexible shift hours! The successful candidate will support the team covering every third holiday, and every third weekend either on call or working in the facility.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 substituted.Christiana 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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