CT Technologist -Nights

Job Summary $20,000 sign on bonus for eligible applicants!!

This posting reflects an opening for a MRI Technologist I and we are seeking candidates for that position. Geisinger reserves the right to consider applicants for higher levels of this role to include MRI Technologist II based on their skills, qualifications, and experience. We encourage all qualified individuals to apply.

Union:
Yes Under general supervision of the Radiologist and the following established duties and responsibilities, performs CT procedures to acquire digital images for use by physicians in the diagnosis and treatment of disease. Plans and performs all CT procedures and post processing using advanced technology based on clinical criteria, anatomy and established protocols. Meets the qualifications to provide care for patients in the specific age range in their assigned clinical area.

Ensures protocols are based on guidelines and CT scanner's integration into the program that compiles dose data from each scan performed and notifies the user when a scan exceeds specific preset levels.
Job Duties

• Provides technical expertise to operate CT Scanners, power injectors and computer systems to acquire images for use by the radiologist in the diagnosis and treatment of pathologies.
• CT technologist must maintain the knowledge to operate different CT Systems at multiple locations.
• Maintain protocols that are based on Image Gently Guidelines and CT scanner's integration into a program that compiles dose data from each scan performed and notifies the user when a scan exceeds specific preset levels.
• Maintain vast knowledge of all clinical histories to match appropriate protocols and knowledge of all major organ systems and vascular systems for Thoracic, Abdominal, Pelvic, Neuro systems and Muscular Skeletal.
• Obtains CT images according to established protocols.
• In doing so, ensures the patient is properly prepared, positioned, immobilized, protective shielding used when applicable and correct technical factors are selected.
• Perform CT Interventional Procedures.
• Performs CTA imaging:
  Carotid, Head, Vertebral, Run-Offs, PE critical bolus timing, including Advanced CTA studies such as TAVR(Trans Catheter Aortic Valve Replacement), EVAR(Endovascular Aneurysm Repair) and Cardiac imaging.
• Maintains working knowledge of pharmacology to ensure lab results are obtained prior to scheduled exam.
• Maintain knowledge of physiology needed to produce quality scans when ideal conditions cannot be met.
• Maintain knowledge of physics to lower patient dose on CT scanner.
• Interpret technical factors to increase quality or speed of scan.

Work is typically performed in a clinical environment. Accountable for satisfying all job specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies and skills outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

Benefits of working at Geisinger:

Full benefits (health, dental and vision) starting on day one

Three medical plan choices, including an expanded network for out-of-area employees and dependents

Pre-tax savings plans with healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts (FSA) anda health savings account (HSA)

Company-paid life insurance, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage

401(k) plan that includes automatic Geisinger contributions

Generous paid time off (PTO) plan that allows you to accrue time quickly

Up to $5,000 in tuition reimbursement per calendar year

MyHealth Rewards wellness program to improve your health while earning a financial incentive

Family-friendly support including adoption and fertility assistance, parental leave pay, military leave pay and a free  membership with discounted backup care for your loved ones

Employee Assistance Program (EAP):
Referrals for childcare, eldercare, & pet care. Access free legal guidance, mental health visits, work-life support, digital self-help tools and…