Computer Tomography Technologist - Full Time - San Diego
Company: Kaiser
Location: Escondido
Posted on: October 10, 2024
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Job Description:
$8,000 Sign-on Bonus Eligible Position! Job Summary: Under
indirect supervision, provides patient services using imaging
modalities. Performs a variety of Computed Tomography procedures on
patients of all age categories. Evaluates images for technical
quality. Exercises professional attitude and judgment in the
performance of duties. Provides patient care essential to Computed
Tomography procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring
immediate action and initiates life support measures. Essential
Responsibilities: Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and
Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state,
federal and local laws. Is responsive to the needs of others by
maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers
Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices
on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional
and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to
patients of the age group served. Exercises clinical judgment that
conforms to established standards. Documents clinical activities in
a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner. Observes all
organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic
Imaging department policies and procedures. Maintains standards of
professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
Utilizes effective communication skills Demonstrates professional
behavior/ conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.
Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the department.
Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with
department guidelines. Essential Clinical Duties and
Responsibilities: Explains procedure to the patient, verifies
patient history and confirms appropriateness of ordered
exam/procedure Selects appropriate software for the exam, utilizing
a variety of software programs ; based on imaging principles , area
of interest to be demonstrated and patient conditions, enters data
such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time and
other technical factors into computer. Positions and immobilizes
patient in order to obtain diagnostic image(s) of area of interest
; may administer contrast media orally or assist radiologist in
intravenous administration. Recognizes adverse reactions or changes
in patient condition and reacts appropriately Observes all
standards for radiation safety/protection in order to minimize dose
Utilizes scanning techniques, selects best plane, acquisition
method (e.g.,spiral, dynamic, multi-row detector), parameters
(e.g.,slice thickness, mA, time, algorithm, pitch) to best
demonstrate anatomy and pathology in studies such as those
performed for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and
musculoskeletal. Modifies protocols as indicated by presence of
pathology or trauma May perform special procedures such as-but not
limited to-3-D studies, biopsies, drainage and aspiration, post
myelography, CT arthrography, CT angiography, cardiac gating and
interventional CT ) Evaluates images on video display screen for
diagnostic quality and presence of artifacts;evaluates videotapes
and computer generated information for technical quality; takes
corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality
Photographs/films images/scans utilizing appropriate window/level
settings and formats; archives images and data. Basic
Qualifications: Experience One-year experience as a CT technologist
within the past 2 years or 2 years experience as a staff
technologist with successful completion of the department CT
training program. Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition
employees have this experience requirement waived. Education N/A
License, Certification, Registration Radiologic Technologist
Certificate (California) OR Certified Radiologic Technologist -
Diagnostic Radiologic Technology Certificate (California) Basic
Life Support within 4 months of hire American Registry of
Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography from
American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Radiologic
Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic
Technologists Additional Requirements: N/A Preferred
Qualifications: Two years clinical experience as a Computed
Tomography Technologist , preferably in an acute care medical
center Experience with GE CT scanners Additional training in the
use and practices of Computed Tomography Certificate of advanced
qualification: ARRT---CT Experience with 3D post processing
Experience with PACS Notes: Shifts, hours, and/or locations may
vary based on operational need. Tentative Schedule: Sunday-Thursday
3pm-11:30pm PrimaryLocation : California,San Diego,Zion Medical
Center HoursPerWeek : 40 Shift : Evening Workdays : Mon, Tue, Wed,
Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun WorkingHoursStart : 03:00 PM WorkingHoursEnd :
11:30 PM Job Schedule : Full-time Job Type : Standard Employee
Status : Regular Employee Group/Union Affiliation : B09-OPEIU-Local
30 Job Level : Individual Contributor Job Category : Imaging &
Radiology Department : ZION MEDICAL CENTER - Tomography-Day - 0806
Travel : Yes, 50 % of the Time Kaiser Permanente is an equal
opportunity employer committed to a diverse and inclusive
workforce. Applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy),
age, sexual orientation, national origin, marital status, parental
status, ancestry, disability, gender identity, veteran status,
genetic information, other distinguishing characteristics of
diversity and inclusion, or any other protected status.--s-p-m1--
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