CT Technologist I (Nights)

Children's Hospital of Orange County • Orange, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The CT Technologist I provides computed tomography and diagnostic radiography services to patients as ordered by physicians and according to established standards and practices. The role also serves as a resource to other technologists and may prepare patients for imaging by administering contrast intravenously or by other methods within the scope of practice.

The technologist must be familiar with Image Gently and ALARA practices to promote low-dose, high-diagnostic-quality exams. The role requires age-appropriate care, high customer-service standards, responsiveness to patient and family concerns, and a family-centered approach to care.

Requirements

• Newly graduated from an accredited Radiologic Technology Program with less than six months of clinical experience in CT.
• Graduate from an approved education program in Radiologic Technology.
• Graduate from an approved education program in Computed Tomography or have equivalent experience/cross-training.
• Able to relate and communicate positively, effectively, and professionally with others; work calmly and respond courteously under pressure; collaborate and accept direction.
• Able to communicate effectively in English in person, in writing, and on the telephone.
• Able to think critically, manage multiple assignments, organize and prioritize workload, problem-solve, recall information accurately, and pay close attention to detail.
• Able to work under pressure, be a team player, and exhibit compassion for pediatric patients and parents.
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT-R).
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Post Primary Certification (ARRT-CT), required within nine months of hire or transfer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Certified Radiologic Technologist (CRT).
• California Fluoroscopy Certification (CRF).
• Venipuncture Certificate.

Nice To Haves

• One year of acute care technologist experience in a pediatric inpatient hospital.

Responsibilities

• Provide computed tomography and diagnostic radiography services as ordered by physicians and according to established standards and practices.
• Serve as a resource to other technologists.
• Prepare patients for imaging, including administering contrast through intravenous or other methods within scope of practice.
• Use Image Gently and ALARA practices to promote low-dose, high-diagnostic-quality exams.
• Provide age-appropriate care and high standards of customer service.
• Address patient and family concerns and facilitate family-centered care.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree