CT Technologist, Trainee

at  UPMC

Job ID: 6012673199
Status: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular
Shift: Day Job
Facility: UPMC Harrisburg
Department: 40266 PHHOS IP CT Scan HH
Location: 111 South Front Street, Harrisburg, PA
Union Position: No
Salary Range: $ 23.54-35.27 USD
Perform requested studies and manipulate data requiring the use of CT. The trainee will be trained on proper protocol while shadowing and completing CT training to demonstrate ability to fulfill all functions carried out below. The Trainee will be supervised by an RT (CT) registered CT Technologist.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Graduate of approved School of Radiography.
• Must be currently enrolled in an Advanced Imaging Tech Training program.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Under the supervision of Proctor/CT instructor/CT Tech, properly documents appropriate histories and completes all necessary paperwork.
• Under the supervision of Proctor/CT instructor/CT Tech, trainee will shadow until deemed capable to perform daily CT scans, using proper protocols, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Educates patients on all aspects of the CT procedure.
• At completion of training should be able to properly screen all patients for any contraindication prior to performing CT scan.
• All candidates for the CT Tech Trainee program must meet and agree to the criteria below: Must be ARRT or ARDMS registered. Must be willing to work rotating shifts as needed for patient care. After successfully passing the Registry exam, will be moved into a CT Technologist position if one is available.
• Monitors and maintains current department inventory.
• Performs clerical responsibilities as needed.
• Exhibits a positive and professional image with patients, physicians, co-workers, and peers.
• Maintains inter- and intra- departmental communications.
• After successful completion of training program, the trainee should be able to demonstrate administering contrast for specific examinations.
• After successful completion of training program, the trainee should be able to demonstrate processes and evaluates QC on processor and CT scanner daily as assigned.
• After successful completion of training program, the trainee should be able to demonstrate competence to perform required scans on patients of all ages.
• Participates with Performance Improvement projects.
• Complies with Imaging and hospital policies and procedures.
• Performs on call duties as assigned.