CT Technologist (W/License) - 30 Mark West Springs Road

EDUCATION

• Equivalent experience will be accepted in lieu of the required degree or diploma.

• Associate's: Radiologic Technology

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE

• RHF-Radiology Fluoroscopy Upon Hire

• ARRT - Radiography - American Register of Radiologic Technologists Upon Hire

• ARRT(CT)-Computed Tomography Registry Required At time of Hiring

• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider within 30 Days of hire

• CRT-Certified Radiologic Technologist from CDPH-RHB Upon Hire

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE AS TYPICALLY ACQUIRED IN:

• Minimum two (2) years of general radiology experience plus one year computed tomography experience, including experience or successful completion of training program (pre-hire, post-hire, or on-the-job) in area of specialty, if applicable.

• Experience in an acute care hospital

SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE

• A complete understanding of technical principles, policies, and procedures is required in one or more of the following modalities: General Radiology and/or Computed Tomography.

• Radiation safety/protection.

• Understanding of current departmental and hospital; policies and procedures.

• Understands contraindications and potential hazards of different exams.

• Understands the concepts of:

 • Continuous Quality Improvement

 • Quality Control

 • MSDS Program.

 • Infection Control

 • HIPPA Compliance

• The Incumbent must have the ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other staff members of the diagnostic imaging department, staff member of other departments, and medical staff.

• The ability to deal with patients from a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds in an effective and respectful manner.

• The ability to perform numerous duties at a given time.

• Ability to perform Special Procedures examinations with skill, accuracy, compassion, and tact.

• Able to follow verbal and written instructions of technical nature.

• The ability to perform numerous duties at a given time.

•  Able to maintain records accurately.

• Computer Skills Basic word processing skills.

•  Maintains a positive attitude.

•  Understands basic statistical methods.

•  Able to adjust in a positive manner to changes in work schedules and assignments based on the needs of the department.

• Capable of effectively utilizing the Hospital Information System (HIS) and Radiology Information System (RIS).

• Capable of effectively utilizing the CR(Computed Radiography) and PACS (Picture Archiving and Communication Systems).

• Demonstrated ability to work independently with a minimal amount of supervision.

•  Good communication skills (both orally and in writing).

•  Ability to work independently, as part of a team or committee.

• Good organizational 'skills.

• Demonstrates positive customer relations.

• Ability to prioritize and successfully complete the assigned workload in a stressful environment.

• Follows established department and hospital policies and procedures.

• Maintains good basic work habits (i.e., arriving to work on time, well groomed, wears name badge, takes their lunches and breaks according to established procedures)