Cat Scan Technologist Weekends 3 12-hour Shifts Friday -Sunday
St. Luke's University Health Network, Bethlehem, PA, United States
St. Luke's is proud of the skills, experience and compassion of its employees. The employees of St. Luke's are our most valuable asset! Individually and together, our employees are dedicated to satisfying the mission of our organization which is an unwavering commitment to excellence as we care for the sick and injured; educate physicians, nurses and other health care providers; and improve access to care in the communities we serve, regardless of a patient's ability to pay for health care.
Cat Scan weekend Technologist: 3 12-hour shifts Saturday, Sunday and Monday 7:00 AM-7:00 PM. Premium weekend rate, including benefits.
Performs various CT Scans and assists Radiologist during performance of invasive procedures
for diagnostic purposes.
JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Directly assists Radiologist during all aspects of invasive procedures and performs CT examinations as directed by the Radiologist. Communicates clinical observations during CT Scan examinations to Radiologist. Presents clinical history as recorded on appropriate documentation to Radiologist.
- Demonstrates competency in the knowledge of the RIS/HIS modules appropriate to their job's responsibilities.
- Injects contrast for CT scans in accordance with department policy. Patient CT questionnaire is completed for each patient and reviewed prior to start of exam.
- Performs 3-D imaging functions.
- Provides educational information to the patient regarding their examination.
- Maintains responsibility for own professional development through active participation in in-services and/or continuing education programs.
- Accurately adheres to downtime procedures to assure appropriate information is available resulting in excellent continuity of care for patients.
- Knowledgeable regarding patient condition, history and appropriate background an information pertinent to proposed examination
- Accountable for quality of digital images sent to PACS. Verify correct patient is selected from worklist, ensures accuracy of Medical Record information prior to being sent to PACS.
- Responsible for the success of the department to achieve hospital designated Press Ganey score. Every patient should receive patient education.
- Annual peer review of images meets department standards.
- Maintains confidentiality of all materials handled within the Network/Entity as well as the proper release of information.
- Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding issues of employee, patient and environmental safety and follows appropriate reporting requirements.
- Demonstrates/models the Network’s Service Excellence Standards of Performance in interactions with all customers (internal and external).
- Demonstrates Performance Improvement in the following areas as appropriate: Clinical Care/Outcomes, Customer/Service Improvement, Operational System/Process, and Safety.
- Demonstrates financial responsibility and accountability through the effective and efficient use of resources in daily procedures, processes and practices.
- Complies with Network and departmental policies regarding attendance and dress code. Demonstrates competency in the assessment, range of treatment, knowledge of growth and development and communication appropriate to the age of the patient treated.
PHYSICIAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS:
- Frequent use of hands and fingers to operate equipment and chart information. Sitting for up to 5 hours in 30-minute increments. Standing and walking for up to 3 hours in 15-minute increments.
- Pushing, pulling, and lifting of patients up to 300 pounds with assistance. Occasional stooping, lifting and raising arms above shoulder level. Lifting and moving of objects up to 30 pounds.
- Hearing as it relates to normal conversation. Seeing as it relates to normal vision.
EDUCATION:
Graduate from an ARRT recognized education program or ARRT registered or ARRT registry eligible. One-year staff technologist experience. Advanced CT registry required within one year from hire date.
Current CPR certification required before completion of orientation. History of computer usage experience required.
SCHEDULE: Day shift with middle shift, night shift, weekends and holidays as required based on the needs of the department
Please complete your application using your full legal name and current home address. Be sure to include employment history for the past seven (7) years, including your present employer. Additionally, you are encouraged to upload a current resume, including all work history, education, and/or certifications and licenses, if applicable. It is highly recommended that you create a profile at the conclusion of submitting your first application. Thank you for your interest in St. Luke's!!