Job Information
Catholic Health Computed Tomography Technologist Imaging Services SCH in Buffalo, New York
Salary: 30.14-45.20 USD
Facility: Sisters of Charity Hospital
Shift: Shift 3
Status: Full Time FTE: 1.000000
Bargaining Unit: ACE Associates
Exempt from Overtime: Exempt: No
Work Schedule: Varied with Weekend and Holiday Rotation
Hours: 11p-7a, ability to be flexed to other shifts as needed
Summary:
A Computed Tomography Technologist performs CT procedures and related clerical functions at a level not requiring constant supervision of technical detail. Demonstrates ability and performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgement with ingenuity and initiative to apply prescribed ionizing radiation for diagnosis. In addition to primary job duties of a CT Technologist, may also be required to perform Radiologic Procedures (X-Ray).
Responsibilities:
EDUCATION
Graduate of an Approved School of Radiologic Technology
Current Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists - Radiological Technologist Registry (ARRT) (R). Must maintain this primary registration at all times to be eligible for certification and registration
If a newly hired candidate is not already ARRT Certified as a CT Technologist, the applicant must successfully complete assigned Basics of CT education 3 to 6 months post hire
EXPERIENCE
1 year of experience as a staff radiologic technologist preferred. If a candidate does not have 1 year of experience as a staff radiologic technologist, after orientation the candidate will have an additional 3 month residency which they will work with another CT technologist
Previous CT experience preferred
CREDENTIALS
New York State License as a "General Radiologic Technologist" and current New York State Department of Health certificate of registration as a Radiologic Technologist.
Within 18 months Post-Hire: Associate must obtain Certification by the American Registry of Radiological Technologists - Computed Tomography Registry (ARRT) (CT) for all associates hired after 11/19/2023
The following workflow is highly recommended for the CT technologist to be successful in passing the ARRT CT examination within the 18 month timeframe:
As soon as technologists begins working independently, they should start documenting their cases in preparation to take the ARRT exam
6-12 months post hire, the technologist should study for the ARRT exam. It is highly recommended that the technologist complete the additional modules which CH provided to study for the ARRT examination. During this timeframe, the CT technologist should work closely and consult with the Lead technologist to receive guidance on preparing for the ARRT examination. The lead Technologists should mentor new technologists
The technologist should attempt the ARRT exam the first time around the 12 month post hire timeframe. This will allow the technologist plenty of time to attempt the ARRT exam a minimum of 3 attempts if needed
If the technologist has made an attempt to follow the timeline above or there areextenuating circumstances which may have caused the technologist to be unsuccessful achieving CT accreditation, extensions maybe granted on a case-by-case basis
Certified to inject with NYSDOH within 90 days
BLS required within 90 days
KNOWLEDGE, SKILL AND ABILITY
Good judgment
Analytical ability
Excellent attention to detail
Responsible
Ability to work unsupervised
Ability to interpret data and draw conclusions
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
WORKING CONDITIONS:
Good general health necessary in order to stand and walk most of the day. Must have the ability to pull, push, and lift patients and equipment
Participate in site rotations where applicable, see site specific department requirements
ENVIRONMENT
Normal heat, light space, and safe working environment; typical of most office jobs
Occasional exposure to one or more mildly unpleasant physical conditions
Intermittent exposure to a few unpleasant physical conditions
Frequent exposure too many disagreeable physical conditions
Continuous exposure to extremely disagreeable physical conditions
Risk of exposure to infectious organisms, ionizing radiation and strong magnetic field
REQNUMBER: 32163
