CAT Scan Technologist - Full-Time - $5,000 sign-on bonus

Company: Christiana Care Health Services
Location: Newark
Posted on: June 25, 2022

Job Description:

Job DetailsAre 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 in our Hospital primarily on a rotating schedule! The successful candidate will support the team covering 2 holidays a year, and one weekend a month 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 permitPerform 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 registryARRT registry in CT Scan required.Licensed by State of Delaware on Radiation ProtectionAssociates 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 benefits403 (b) with an employer matchGenerous Paid Time OffPost End DateAug 31, 2022EEO Posting StatementChristiana Care Health System is an equal opportunity employer, firmly committed to prohibiting discrimination, whose staff is reflective of its community, and considers qualified applicants for open positions without regard to race, color, sex, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity or expression, age, veteran status, disability, pregnancy, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law.ChristianaCare is committed to prioritizing the health and safety of our patients and caregivers. As we continue to meet the needs of our caregivers and our community through the COVID-19 pandemic, our commitment to health and safety requires that we take new steps to ensure a safe environment for medical care for our patients and a workplace that avoids preventable harm for our caregivers. For this reason, vaccination for COVID-19 is required for all caregivers at ChristianaCare and is considered a safety standard that is job-related and consistent with business necessity for all caregivers.

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