CT Technologist

UnitedHealth Group•Corvallis, OR

3d•$29 - $52

About The Position

Explore opportunities at The Corvallis Clinic, part of the Optum family of businesses. For more than 75 years, our multi-specialty group has been committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients and exceptional careers to our team members. As a leading clinic in Oregon’s mid-Willamette Valley, we serve more than a quarter-million people with offices in Corvallis, Albany and Philomath. Join a team that empowers you from the start and values work-life balance, teamwork and trust. We offer comprehensive benefits and competitive pay. Elevate your career with us and discover the meaning behind Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The CT Technologist performs CT examinations for use in diagnosis of patient conditions, taking into account individual patient’s special or age-related needs. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

Valid appropriate license issued by the State of Oregon Board of Medical Imaging
Valid ARRT CT credentials
Certified by The American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or ability to complete BLS certification within 90 days of hire
Experience or education that allows meeting the requirements of the Corvallis Clinic’s Peripheral IV Start/IV Discontinuation policy within six weeks of employment
Proven knowledge of human anatomy, radiation exposures, and radiation safety
Ability to work compatibly with physicians, patients, and other staff

Nice To Haves

1+ years of working in a CT Department of similar complexity to the Clinic’s
Current experience on a multi-slice CT platform
Current experience with a CT data post processing program

Responsibilities

Will participate and maintain a culture within The Corvallis Clinic consistent with the content outlined in the Service and Behavioral Standards document. To this end, employee will be expected to read, have familiarity, and embrace the principles contained within
Correctly positions patients for CT examinations. Observe both normal and abnormal anatomy physiology, transferring significant observations for later review and diagnosis by radiologist/physician
Adjusts equipment to achieve optimal image resolution, perform regular calibration, informing department manager of need for outside service
Assists radiologist by gathering appropriate patient information that will aid them in choosing the correct exam protocol
Completes procedures necessary to document examination and findings and to capture appropriate patient charges
Coordinates scheduling of CT examinations with Radiologist and office personnel to insure smooth patient flow
Ensures patient care while the patient is in CT
Performs IV starts and discontinuations in accordance with the Clinic’s IV Starts/IV Discontinuation policy
Maintains appropriate inventory of exam supplies and patient care items
Adheres to the principles of ALARA radiation exposures