CT Tech, Radiology - Per Diem Varied Shifts

Hemet Global Medical Center; Hemet (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Hemet Global Medical Center in Hemet, CA, is looking for a Radiologic Technologist to perform imaging procedures aiding in diagnoses. You'll operate radiographic and computerized tomography equipment while exercising independent judgment and maintaining quality assurance protocols.

Candidates should possess a valid California CRT license, BLS certification, and have at least one year of experience. An ACR or ARRT recognized program completion is required, with an associate degree preferred. Join our team to ensure high-quality patient care.

Qualifications

• Minimum one year experience in radiographic examinations.
• Valid California CRT license and Fluoroscopy Certification required.
• Current BLS certification through AHA needed.

Responsibilities

• Perform imaging procedures for diagnosis and treatments.
• Complete radiographic examinations independently.
• Maintain and evaluate quality images.

Skills

Hospital policies and procedures

Radiology equipment operation

CT imaging

Effective communication

Education

Completion of ACR or ARRT recognized program

Associate’s degree in Radiology Technology

Tools

Radiographic equipment

Computerized Tomography (CT)

Job description

Location: Hemet, CA, US

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POSITION SUMMARY

DEFINITION: Under general direction of the Director of Radiology /Manager, performs imaging procedures to aid physician in diagnosis and treatments. Performs other related work as assigned/required.

CLASS CHARACTERISTICS

Employees within this class perform the full range of radiographic examinations and Computerized Tomography (CT) including the ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and take initiative to complete a specific assignment.

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Education: Completion of an ACR or ARRT recognized accredited program in Radiology Technology/Graduate of a JCERT hospital-based radiology technology program is required; Associate’s degree in Radiology Technology is desired.

Experience: A minimum of one year of experience in performing technical work which must have included as primary responsibility: radiographic examinations, and following: computerized tomography (CT).

Licensure/Certification:

• Possession of valid California CRT license.
• Fluoroscopy Certification.
• Current BLS through AHA.
• ARRT required.
• Specialized training in CT.
• Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) requires the following criteria for Licensure/Certification as a requirement to operate a CT scanner:
  • September 1, 2016 - a technologist must possess both an ARRT (RT) and CRT license.
  • January 1, 2018 – a technologist in addition to both ARRT (RT) and CRT licensure must be certified as a Computerized Tomography Technologist (CT) by the ARRT.

KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES

• Hospital established policies quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures.
• The more common radiology equipment and instruments used in a hospital setting, basic radiography and Computerized Tomography (CT).
• Anatomy and Physiology.
• Processing and evaluating quality images.
• Operate equipment used in Radiology, and Computerized Tomography (CT).
• Understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
• Learn quickly the specific operations of a Radiology Department.
• Keep abreast of developments in the field of expertise.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Prepare and maintain records and reports. (Written and electronic).
• Work effectively under stress and in emergency situations.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, physicians and fellow employees.
• Manage emergency or crisis situations; requires judgment/action which could result in undesirable patient outcomes.

AGE SPECIFIC COMPETENCY

Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.