CT Technologist

Sutter Health • Sacramento, CA

3d • $60 - $75 • Onsite

About The Position

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: SMCS-Sutter Med Center - Sacramento Position Overview: Competently performs 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. Works independently, exercising sound judgment, and developed clinical skills to execute safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner. Gains confidence and cooperation from the patient, their family/support group, and other healthcare providers through competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication. Adheres 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.

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.
• 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).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Performing routine and specialized computerized tomography procedures to produce quality images
• Executing safe and precise procedures to deliver accurate results in a timely manner
• Competent patient assessment, attentive monitoring, and effective communication
• Adhering to all local/state/federal regulations, codes, policies and procedures
• Performing specific procedures and/or may help orient other staff to the department

Benefits

• Employees of Sutter Health and its entities may handle hazardous drugs in the course of their work, including patient care, which requires them to manage, store, prepare, receive, unpack, transport, dispose of, or administer drugs identified as hazardous or potentially hazardous by the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) and in accordance with the USP 800 guidelines.
• Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed