CT Scanner Tech

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine; Auburn (IN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UCLA Health and David Geffen School of Medicine in Indiana is seeking a CT Technologist to operate CT scanners and perform CT procedures in accordance with department policies. You will position patients, obtain diagnostic images, provide radiation protection, and work closely with physicians while adhering to ARRT standards and Indiana licensing requirements.

Eligible for a sign-on bonus, you’ll contribute to patient safety, assist other shifts as needed, and participate in emergent response

Qualifications

• Formal radiologic technology training completed.
• ARRT-registered radiologic technologist.
• Licensed by Indiana State Board of Health; CPR certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners and perform CT procedures according to department policies.
• Position patients to obtain diagnostic images while ensuring comfort and safety.
• Gather patient information for procedures.
• Provide radiation protection to patients and staff using PPE.
• Recognize emergencies and activate assistance as needed.
• Assist other areas and shifts as needed.

Skills

Patient positioning

Radiation safety

Collaborative work with physicians

Education

Radiologic technologist training

ARRT registration

Indiana license

CPR certification

Tools

CT scanners

Job description

Req #: 188312

Summary

This position is eligible for a sign-on bonus

Operates CT Scanners and performing CT procedures in accordance with department policy and procedures. Operates within the \"Standards of Ethics\" of the American Registry of Radiologic Technology (ARRT) and the \"Clinical Practice Standards\" established by the American Society of Radiologic Technologist (ASRT). Works together with physicians to perform a variety of specialized CT procedures. Sets up and adjusts equipment to perform diagnostic procedures. Is able to position patients to obtain images of the area of interest, while respecting the patient's ability and comfort. Obtains appropriate patient information for the procedure being completed. Provides radiation protection to the patient, technologist and anyone else in the area, utilizing PPE and other guidelines as needed. Recognizes emergent situations and activates assistance as needed. Assists other areas and shifts as needed.

Education

Satisfactory completion of formal radiologic technology training. Registered by American Registry of Radiologic Technologists. (Encourage CT ARRT certification.) Licensed with the Indiana State Board of Health. CPR Certification.

Experience

Previous experience in CT preferred, but not required, or previous experience in a similar role.