CT Technologist - Per Diem

Description

Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.

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LOCATION: Lancaster General Hospital in Lancaster, PA

SCHEDULE: Per Diem - min of 8 hours per biweekly pay period, one weekend per month, no holidays, no on-call

• Increased, competitive pay rates

• All positions require up to a 1-hour response time

• CT training provided for new Radiography graduates and experienced X-ray technologists

• Full time evening and night CT Technologist opportunities are also available-apply and we'll discuss the best fit for you

POSITION SUMMARY:

The Computerized Tomography (CT) Technologist is responsible for providing radiographic care for the purpose of diagnostic and/or treatment of anatomic and physiologic disorders.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Qualified individuals must have the ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to perform the following duties:

• Performs all routine diagnostic radiographic CT procedures through proper patient positioning and technique selection, in accordance with established LG protocols, policies and procedures.

• Receives requests, checking for special instructions from the requesting physicians. Consults with Radiologists as necessary.

• Greets patients--confirming their identifications performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.

• Operates and enters information through the hospital computer system. Documents required information and patient history in the electronic medical record. Documents other information as required.

• Completes examination, consultation, and billing procedures as required.

• Accurately and appropriately utilizes all computer related equipment, such as the electronic health record, email and the intranet.

MINIMUM REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:

· Graduate of an AMA-approved Radiological Technology, Nuclear Medicine or Radiation Therapy School.

· Active registration with the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) in Radiologic Technology, Computed Tomography, or Radiation Therapy; or active certification from the Nuclear Medicine Technology Certification Board (NMTCB) as a Certified Nuclear Medicine Technologist or in Computed Tomography.

· CT credentials from either ARRT or NMTCB within 18 months from date of hire.

· CPR certification is required within 30 days of hire.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Two (2) years of advanced imaging experience.

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.

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We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.

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