About this opportunity
American Advanced Management lists this CT TECHNOLOGIST (PD - VARIABLE) opportunity in stockton, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location: Stockton, CA 95203Position Type: Per DiemSalary Range: $65.44 - $65.44 HourlyJob Shift: AnyPOSITION SUMMARY:
Responsibilities include but are not limited to: under the supervision of the Radiologist, the technologist is responsible for choosing proper scan protocols for the ordered examination. Operating the CT equipment with minimal radiation exposure to the patient. Evaluating patient chart for possible allergies or contradictions to IV contrast prior to administration. Assisting Radiologist in invasive procedures. Properly sending all examinations to the PACs (Picture Archiving System) in a timely fashion for the Radiologist to interpret. Maintains supplies and emergency equipment for the department. Must be able to perform jobs in all patient care and operational areas subject to reasonable accommodations, also be able to employ all mandatory safety devices and procedures. Must participate in the Respiratory Protection Program, which may include the wearing of a respirator. This is a union position.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Prepares room, equipment, materials as needed for patients
Cleans and disinfects CT equipment
Prepares contrast medium for power injection
Prepares patients for CT exam; explains procedures, transfers patients to table, positions the patient and assists patient at end of procedures.
Assists the Radiologist with invasive and non-invasive procedures
Follows prescribed techniques in administering radiation to patients
Adheres to age-specific policy for minimal radiation exposure to patients
Processes images in Picture Archiving Communication System (PACS)
Observes patient and machine during procedure and reports unusual occurrences to Radiologist and nurse
Maintains stock supplies and performs general office duties
Transports patients to and from clinical, ancillary and support department areas as directed ensuring patient safety and comfort
QualificationsEducation:
Experience:
Completion of Radiologic Health Sciences of California program. Preferred but not required.
Licenses/Certificates:
CRT required
ARRT (R) required
ARRT (CT) certification preferred
Fluoroscopy Permit required within 6 months of hire/transfer (for incumbent technologists must obtain by December 31, 2015)
Current BLS Certification through AHA required
Certificate from Image Wisely/ Image Gently campaign within 30 days of hire/transfer; annually thereafter
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Worksite address
stockton, CA, 95202, US
Who can apply
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