Tech - CT

UHS•Riverside, CA

32d•Onsite

About The Position

Performs a variety of Computed Tomography (CT) procedures for the diagnosis of disease; provides appropriate care and service to patients of all age specific groups. CT Technologist exercises independence, ingenuity, and initiative while performing the exam. Assumes responsibility for the preparation, monitoring, care, and safety of the patient.

Requirements

One-year experience in a Hospital or clinical environment.
Previous training involving all age groups: neonatal, pediatric, adult, and geriatric.
Skilled in Siemens CT equipment, 16 and 64 slice.
ARRT/CRT in X-RAY and CT.
Current AHA Basic Life Support for Healthcare Professional (AHA BLS Healthcare) - American Heart Association certification required.

Responsibilities

Perform all routine aspects of CT procedures including start-up procedures, test scans, program selection, media injections, filming, and exam processing.
Effectively monitor patient safety at all times. Interview patient prior to the CT exam. Potential problems are discussed with radiologist if necessary.
Monitor equipment to ensure the CT environment is safe and all systems are in proper working order. Report any potential or actual problems to the Director of Radiology in a timely manner.
Perform tasks such as lifting, positioning, and transferring patients on/off the exam table.
Accurately explain the CT procedure to the patients, ensure patient comfort while on the scanner, assure positioning of the patient and successful completion of the exam or the radiologist protocol. Work closely with the CT radiologist taking suggestions, changes, additions, or corrections to procedures by CT radiologists.
Operate complex radiographic equipment for the purpose of obtaining standard diagnostic x-rays, position patients utilizing various immobilization devices such as sponges and sandbags as required, select proper technical factors.
Complete standard consultation form and maintain accurate records of all procedures in logbook.
Clean and maintain orderliness in the assigned area; maintain adequate supplies. Notify Director of Radiology of any shortage.
Adhere to appropriate universal precautionary measures as outlined in the infection IIP program.
Develop x-ray films utilizing automatic equipment.
May participate in formal teaching programs and in-service education classes as required.
Perform other related duties as required such as orienting new personnel to department procedures.