CT Technologist - Per Diem*

WASHOE BARTON MEDICAL CLINIC • Gardnerville, NV

68d

About The Position

At the clinical direction of a Radiologist and the administrative direction of the Imaging Services Manager, perform C.T. procedures with minimum supervision. Perform routine and emergency x-ray exams. Maintain equipment and supplies.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited radiology program.
• ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R).
• Current BLS certification required.
• NV State radiology license required.
• Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients, and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.

Nice To Haves

• CT credential preferred; RT(R)(CT) or completed within 6 months of eligibility.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and emergency C.T. studies according to department protocol.
• Show proficiency in all C.T. exams including biopsy, drainage, and thoracentesis.
• Obtain consent for contrast injection and allergy history from patients as necessary.
• Administer I.V., oral, and rectal contrast according to physician request and department protocol.
• Observe patient for signs of contrast reaction, extravasation, or infiltration.
• Follow posted ACR guidelines in the event of allergic reactions.
• Select proper technique/protocol to obtain an optimal scan.
• Print films, send scans to Radiologist over hospital network, archive exam data.
• Perform post processing of data including reformations and retrospective re-constructions.
• Review studies for overall quality and communicate all pertinent clinical history to Radiologist.
• Measure regions of interest on exam.
• Respond to C.T. and x-ray requisitions for emergency room patients, inpatients, surgery patients, and outpatients.
• Organize workload and prioritize according to acuity of patient need.
• Call for a back-up technologist if necessary.
• Perform warm-up and calibration of C.T. scanner as necessary.
• Demonstrate ability to perform quality control procedure according to manufacturer's specifications.
• Maintain equipment and room in a neat and sanitary condition.
• Report malfunctions to Imaging Manager and Emergency Department immediately.
• Ensure that room is properly supplied and drug reaction kit is locked and current.

Benefits

• 15% added to the hourly rate due to per diem status.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees