CT Technician II — Diagnostic Imaging Specialist

Las Palmas Medical Center; Socorro (TX); Presencial; USD 70.000 - 95.000; Jornada completa

Descripción de la vacante

Las Palmas Medical Center in El Paso, TX is seeking a CT Technician II Reg to operate CT equipment, position patients for scans, and ensure high-quality diagnostic images. You will perform data reconstruction, evaluate images, and maintain patient safety and sterile procedures according to radiation safety standards.

Under supervision, you will assist physicians, document exams, and stay current with imaging trends and techniques while providing excellent patient care and service.

Formación

• High School education or equivalent
• Associates Degree
• Knowledge of axial anatomy
• 3 years experience in X-ray/CT
• Comprehensive knowledge of anatomy, positioning and radiographic techniques
• Knowledge of radiographic physics and medical terminology
• Ability to determine exposure factors for optimum images with minimal patient exposure
• Ability to examine radiographs for evaluation and quality
• Discretion and good judgment with patients during procedures
• Ability to position patient and adjust equipment to produce desired radiographs
• Skill in safe and efficient operation of CT equipment
• Ability to deviate from normal techniques to improve methods

Responsabilidades

• Operates CT equipment to make radiographic scans and positions patients.
• Adjusts equipment and patient positioning for each examination.
• Instructs and explains procedures to patients and selects proper technical factors.
• Performs reconstruction and data processing and evaluates image adequacy.
• Maintains patient observation, provides first aid as needed, and confers with physician when required.
• Completes clerical tasks and requisitions prior to film reading.
• Records data on PACS and logs and ensures correct film identification.
• Maintains sterile technique and cleanliness and adheres to radiation safety standards.
• Keeps up to date with advances by reading journals and attending educational activities.
• Other duties as assigned.

Conocimientos

CT imaging

Patient positioning

First aid

Communication with patients

Quality image evaluation

Educación

Associate's Degree

ARRT (R) certification

ARRT (CT) certification

Texas Medical Board certification as Medical RadiologicTechnologist

Current BCLS certification

Herramientas

CT scanner

PACS

Reconstruction software

Descripción del empleo

Las Palmas Medical Center in El Paso, TX is seeking a CT Technician II Reg to operate CT equipment, position patients for scans, and ensure high-quality diagnostic images. You will perform data reconstruction, evaluate images, and maintain patient safety and sterile procedures according to radiation safety standards.

Under supervision, you will assist physicians, document exams, and stay current with imaging trends and techniques while providing excellent patient care and service.