CT Technologist III, Cardiac

Sutter Health•Palo Alto, CA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

This position involves competently performing routine and specialized computerized tomography procedures to produce quality images for physicians and other healthcare providers, aiding in the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and prevention of injury or disease. The technologist works independently, utilizing sound judgment and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures, delivering accurate results in a timely manner. A key aspect of the role is to build confidence and cooperation from patients, their families/support groups, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. The role requires strict adherence to all local, state, and federal regulations, codes, policies, and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while providing optimal patient care. Additionally, the individual may be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or assisting in orienting new staff to the department.

Requirements

Graduation from an JRCERT accredited Radiologic Technologist Program provided prior to start date
CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist (from state where work is being performed) provided prior to start date
BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider
RHF-Radiology Fluoroscopy within 180 Days of hire if required at the affiliate
CVENI-Certified Venipuncture
General knowledge of diagnostic computerized tomography principles, procedures, views, and equipment, including some experience responding to traumas and various hospital emergencies
Capable of performing routine CT examinations as well as a basic understanding of human anatomy, physiology, pathology, and medical terminology
Possess written and verbal communications skills to explain sensitive information clearly and professionally to diverse audiences, including non-medical people
Well-developed time management and organizational skills, including the ability to prioritize assignments and work within standardized operating procedures and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadline
General knowledge of computer applications, such as Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel and Outlook) and related information systems (Radiology (RIS), laboratory (LIS), electronic health records (EHR), EPIC, and picture archive and communication system (PACS))

Responsibilities

Competently perform routine and specialized computerized tomography procedures to produce quality images to physicians and other health care providers for the diagnosis, treatment, monitoring and prevention of injury or disease.
Work independently, exercising sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner.
Gain confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication.
Adhere to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures to ensure privacy and safety while delivering optimal patient care.
May also be responsible for performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department.
Prioritize assignments and work within standardized policies, procedures, and scientific methods to achieve objectives and meet deadlines.
Work independently, as well as be part of the team, including accomplishing multiple tasks in an environment with interruptions.
Identify, evaluate and resolve standard problems by selecting appropriate solutions from established options.
Ensure the privacy of each patient’s protected health information (PHI).
Build collaborates relationships with peers and other healthcare providers to achieve departmental and corporate objectives.