CT/MRI Specialist

Dignity Health; Grass Valley (CA); On-site; USD 85,066 - 103,499; Full time

Job summary

Dignity Health - Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital in Grass Valley, CA is hiring a CT Technologist to perform CT and MRI imaging with a focus on patient comfort and accurate results. You will work under radiologists to deliver high-quality exams and ensure patient safety.

With ARRT credentials and strong CT/MRI experience, you will operate CT/MRI equipment, maintain privacy, and contribute to a supportive imaging environment in a community hospital setting.

Qualifications

• Three years of experience in an imaging department.
• Five years of CT experience in a hospital setting.
• Five years of MRI experience in a hospital setting.
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech credential is preferred.
• Basic Life Support (CPR) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Capture precise diagnostic CT/MRI images to aid radiologists.
• Provide compassionate patient care and maintain privacy during procedures.
• Follow imaging workflow and patient positioning to ensure quality results.
• Troubleshoot image quality issues and consult radiologist as needed.

Skills

CT

MRI

Radiology

AIDET

Patient care

Fluoroscopy

Education

ARRT Registered Radiography

ARRT CT

ARRT MRI

BLS CPR Certification

Tools

CT scanner

MRI scanner

Post processing systems

Radiographic equipment

Job description

Job Summary And Responsibilities

As our CT Technologist, you will utilize your expertise to capture precise diagnostic images, enabling our Radiologists to accurately diagnose and/or rule out diverse medical conditions.

Every day you will adeptly create detailed cross-sectional images of the skeleton, tissues, and internal organs. Your compassionate interaction and skill in patient care will be crucial, as you play a significant role in fostering a positive and comforting patient experience throughout the imaging process.

To be successful in this role, you will deeply understand the critical importance of diagnostic imaging. This includes a comprehensive knowledge of general imaging workflow, various patient positioning techniques, and the ability to consistently capture clear results essential for timely and accurate diagnoses that guide effective patient care.

• Demonstrates competency in patient care while performing a broad range of imaging procedures including MRI/CT. The complete performance of cardiac CT and Breast MRI (MRI based on patient preference). (ACR program can substitute for either MRI Breast or CT cardiac angio)
• Uses AIDET on all patient interactions.
• Introduces self and verifies patient identification using two patient identifiers. NPSG-1 Establishes or verifies patient symptoms and conditions through interview or review of medical record, recording information on the exam form while also communicating all pertinent information to the radiologist. Using interpersonal skills to establish trust and build rapport with patients
• Maintains and preserves patient privacy, dignity and comfort by using table pads, patient gowns, blankets and sheets to cover the patient during procedures.
• Demonstrates mastery of use of radiographic equipment and accessories, including CT scanner, post processing systems and MRI scanner.
• Assesses film quality for position, artifacts, density and contrast prior to patient leaving department. Reviews difficult or questionable examinations with a radiologist or coordinator. Demonstrates ability to trouble-shoot cause of poor quality images and takes corrective measures.

Job Requirements

Required

• Three yearsexperience in an Imaging Department
• Five years experience in CT
• Five years experience in MRI in a Hospital setting
• Fluoroscopy Radiology Tech
• Basic Life Support - CPR

Preferred

• Registered Technologist Radiography ARRT
• Registered Technologist Computed Tomography
• Registered Technologist Magnetic Resonance Imaging

Where You'll Work

Founded in 1958, Dignity Health - Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital is a 104-bed, acute care, nonprofit hospital located in Grass Valley, California. Serving over 80,000 patients annually, the hospital offers a full complement of services including heart care, cancer care, women’s health, and neurology. Additionally, Sierra Nevada Memorial Hospital, has been recognized as an LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Leader by the Human Rights Campaign Foundation and is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center. It has been named a Top Rural Hospital by The Leapfrog Group for three consecutive years, one of only 16 rural hospitals in the US to achieve this award.

One Community. One Mission. One California

Pay Range

$61.75 - $75.13 /hour