CT Technologist - Per Diem

Job Title

Computerized Tomography Technologist

Job Description

Position Summary:

The computerized tomography technologist, under the direction of a radiologist and supervisor, with minimum supervision, must maintain the daily function of the Computerized Axial Tomography department. Perform a variety of technical procedures, including the control of ionizing radiation producing equipment for radiological diagnosis.

Education, License & Cert:

Associates degree with additional skills training (certification). Two years. ARRT(R) Certification required; Advanced certification (ARRT)(CT) preferred.

Experience:

Minimum of one year. It is recommended that the technologist have experience in CT and/or other subspecialty area.

Essential Functions:

A. Performs CT procedures

• Initiate the scanning procedure at the proper anatomical level.
• Checks prescription/request, provisional diagnosis, hospital chart and patient identification.
• Explains the procedure to the patient, means of communication during scan and procedure to follow, if emergency arises during scanning procedure.
• Advises the patient of the possibility and/or necessity of an intravenous contrast injection and the precautions or contra indications involved with such an injection.
• Prepares room and equipment according to anatomical area to be scanned, per request and history.
• Selects correct computer protocol and initiate scan maintaining visual and/or audible communication with the patient during the scanning procedure.
• Operates Electronic Health record, scan equipment, contrast injectors and PACs systems

B. Performs patient care in CT area

• Transfers the patient safely to the scanner couch, being especially cognizant of catheters, intravenous bottles, respiration aids, areas of recent trauma and patient level of consciousness or mental state.
• Immobilizes, packs and centers patient to scanner gantry at appropriate anatomical level.
• Prepares medium and patient for intravenous injection of contrast material in amount prescribed by radiologist.
• Monitors patient's condition during and post injection and must be aware of reaction and/or distress signals associated with the injection of contrast materials.
• Approaches and solicits the cooperation of the patient as appropriate.
• Monitors scanner systems for program errors, correction of same or notification of repair facility.

Other Duties:

A. Prepares appropriate images and other material to be sent to referring physicians.

B. Monitors scan equipment in order to avoid equipment failure.

C. Performs "warm up" of scanner, including daily QA procedures.

D. Observes all appropriate radiation safety measures for patients and personnel.

E. Complete understanding of the functionality of the EPIC and PACs computer systems as it relates to your area.

This position is part of the collective bargaining unit.

Salary Min$35.74 Max$53.66 plus a per diem incentive

About Us

Joining the Guthrie team allows you to become a part of a tradition of excellence in health care. In all areas and at all levels of Guthrie, you'll find staff members who have committed themselves to serving the community.

The Guthrie Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

The Guthrie Clinic is a non-profit, integrated, practicing physician-led organization in the Twin Tiers of New York and Pennsylvania. Our multi-specialty group practice of more than 500 physicians and 302 advanced practice providers offers 47 specialties through a regional office network providing primary and specialty care in 22 communities. Guthrie Medical Education Programs include General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Anesthesiology and Orthopedic Surgery Residency, as well as Cardiovascular, Gastroenterology and Pulmonary Critical Care Fellowship programs. Guthrie is also a clinical campus for the Geisinger Commonwealth School of Medicine.

Job Info

Job Identification 24212

Job Category Allied Health

Posting Date 08/31/2026, 06:42 PM

Job Schedule Part time

Job Shift Per Diem

Locations 1 Guthrie Drive, Corning, NY, 14830, US

Benefits Eligible No

Is this a Union position? Yes

Working Hours 1