Description
Penn Medicine is dedicated to our tripartite mission of providing the highest level of care to patients, conducting innovative research, and educating future leaders in the field of medicine. Working for this leading academic medical center means collaboration with top clinical, technical and business professionals across all disciplines.
Today at Penn Medicine, someone will make a breakthrough. Someone will heal a heart, deliver hopeful news, and give comfort and reassurance. Our employees shape our future each day. Are you living your life's work?
Are you a CT Technologist who thrives at the intersection of leading-edge imaging and innovation? Join Penn Medicine, one of the world’s top academic and research-based institutions, where groundbreaking discoveries, advanced clinical care and a 250+ year legacy of medical innovation come together to advance science and improve lives. As a CT Technologist on our team, you will work with the latest technology and collaborate with top leaders in the field to provide the very best patient care and drive outcomes. Additionally, your growth is key to the impact we create together. You will be supported by leaders who believe in your talent and invest in your development so that you can advance in your career.
Penn Medicine has an immediate opportunity for a CT Technologist at Presbyterian Hospital in Philadelphia!
Summary:
- Performs a variety of general imaging procedures, is responsible for patient safety protocols and assists the Radiologists with diagnostic and therapeutic procedures.
- Will function as the first line interface with patients in the successful accomplishments of their imaging needs. Will treat all patients professionally.
- Varying hours/shifts available including day, eve, night, and weekend
Responsibilities:
• Review Imaging orders to determine type of exam, pertinent clinical history and views needed prior to the actual imaging of the patient.
• Operates Imaging equipment using proper techniques and patient positioning to produce high quality images.
• Operates and troubleshoots scanner, prepares and operates contrast injector,
• Greets patients--confirming their identifications performing the correct procedures as directed and completely explaining the procedure to patient and family as directed.
• Performs quality assurance testing consistent with section protocols.
• Effectively operate the organizational RIS and PACs systems throughout their daily workflow
• Compliance with OSHA, TJC, DOH and other mandated safety procedures or regulations.
• Maintains necessary inventory supplies for assigned workstation, rotating stock in an orderly fashion and eliminating outdated items.
• Participates in the clinical education of students as appropriate.
• Monitors the patient’s status, tolerance and wellbeing throughout and after the study
• Responds to emergency situations according to department policies
• Establishes and maintains good working relationships and partnerships within the facility and with outside customers of our services.
• Expresses Compassion and Hospitality
• Discusses patient issues privately and in an appropriate setting
• Provides timely, fact-based, constructive and appreciative feedback in all directions
• Demonstrates Ownership & Accountability
• Consistently verifies that all work is completed before shift end
Minimum Requirements:
CT certification
Amer Registry Radiologic Tech (Required)
Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)
H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)
Graduation from an AMA approved school of Radiologic Technology,
-either college attended, or hospital trained Equivalent Experience:
We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits program that includes one of the finest prepaid tuition assistance programs in the region. Penn Medicine employees are actively engaged and committed to our mission. Together we will continue to make medical advances that help people live longer, healthier lives.
Live Your Life's Work
We are an Equal Opportunity employer. Candidates are considered for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, disability, marital status, familial status, genetic information, domestic or sexual violence victim status, citizenship status, military status, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable law.
