Acute Care, Apple, Cell Biology, Documentation, Electronic Medical Records, Healthcare, Infection Control, Medical Treatment, Nursing, Patient Care, Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS), Purchasing/Procurement, Quality Control, Radiation Safety
Profession: Cardiology/Radiology
Specialty: CT Tech
Location: Apple Valley, CA
Facility: Adult Acute Care
Job Type (Per Diem/Travel Contract): Per Diem
Hourly Pay Rate:$56.28/hr
Shift: 12 hours, Night shift
Duration: N/A
Experience Required: 2 years with 1 year recent experience in specialty
License Required: CA State license
Certifications Required: BLS, ARRT (R)(CT), CA CRT
First-timers accepted: N/A
Skills Required:
Responsibilities
- Perform CT examinations according to physician orders and established imaging protocols.
- Prepare and position patients for CT procedures while ensuring comfort and safety.
- Administer contrast media in accordance with facility policies and monitor patients for adverse reactions.
- Operate CT imaging equipment to obtain high-quality diagnostic images.
- Verify patient identity, review medical history, and explain imaging procedures.
- Maintain accurate documentation in the electronic medical record (EMR) and Picture Archiving and Communication System (PACS).
- Perform routine equipment quality control and report equipment concerns promptly.
- Follow radiation safety guidelines, ALARA principles, infection prevention protocols, and departmental policies.
- Collaborate with radiologists, nurses, and other healthcare professionals to provide exceptional patient care.