CAT Scan Technologist | Full Time Flex | Midnight Shift | Newark Campus

THIS POSITION OFFERS A $7,500 SIGN-ON BONUS available for eligible candidates

Are 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 Flex CT Technologist to work the midnight shift - 2300-0730;

This position has a weekend and holiday requirement.

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 permit
• Perform clerical and scheduling duties as needed

Principal 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 registry
• ARRT registry in CT Scan required.
• Licensed by State of Delaware on Radiation Protection
• Associates 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 benefits
• 403 (b) with an employer match
• Generous Paid Time Off

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