CT Technician - Part Time Eves

Kindred; Paramount (CA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 51,000; Full time

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is seeking a CT technologist to perform CT scans and support imaging services. The role emphasizes safe scanning practices, patient care, and accurate documentation.

Responsibilities include operating CT scanners, positioning patients, administering contrast, ensuring dose optimization, and assisting radiologists with procedures. ARRT certification and BLS are required; one year of imaging experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Medical Radiography program or CT course.
• ARRT certification/registration in Radiography or CT required; state requirements apply.
• Current BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Operate CT scanners and related equipment per safety procedures.
• Position patients and assist with procedures; schedule and clerical tasks.
• Dispense oral contrast and load contrast agents; monitor patient dose.
• Record patient dose and document charges; maintain patient records.
• Provide orientation/training for new CT technologists.

Skills

Fluent English

CT scanner operation

Patient positioning

Dose optimization

Interventional CT support

Education

Medical Radiography education

Tools

ARRT Certification/Registration

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is 177-bed hospital. With 159 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. Our 18-bed ARU is designed for people who have experience the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.

Description

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit (ARU) is 177-bed hospital. With 159 long-term acute care hospital (LTACH) beds, we offer the same in-depth care you would receive in a traditional hospital, but for an extended recovery period. Our 18-bed ARU is designed for people who have experience the debilitating effects of an acute injury, impairment or illness and like the LTACH, we partner with your physician and offer 24-hour clinical care seven days a week so you can start your journey to wellness.

Job Summary

Performs a variety of specialized tasks involved in the performance of CT scans.

Essential Functions

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures. Position patients of CT scans using immobilization and protective equipment, as necessary.
• Schedule patients for procedures, assist with clerical functions.
• Dispense oral contrast to patients for CT scans.
• Load and operate power injections for contrast media administration.
• Provide care for the psychological and physical needs of patients for CT scans.
• Adheres to protocol scan length to optimize patient dose.
• Confirms patient position matches the selected scanning orientation parameters.
• Utilizes Iso centering of the anatomy of interest to optimize dose.
• Optimizes technical factors to minimize radiation exposure to the patient while maintaining diagnostic image quality.
• Uses radiation shielding devices.
• Evaluate CT scans for technical quality, collate processed images in sequence of exposure and appropriately label.
• Records patient dose and administration of contrast medication as per policy.
• Document appropriate charging of procedures and supplies.
• Maintain accurate patient records.
• Assist radiologist with interventional CT procedures if applicable.
• Provide orientation and training for new CT technologists.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Expectations

• Must read, write, and speak fluent English.
• Must have good and regular attendance.
• Approximate percent of time required to travel 0%
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Pay Range: $29.24-$37.08/hr.

ScionHealth has a comprehensive benefits package for benefit-eligible employees that includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k), FSA/HSA, Life Insurance, Paid Time Off, and Wellness.

Qualifications

Education

• Graduate of an accredited institution in Medical Radiography and/or completed and passed an approved course in Computed Tomography.

Licenses/Certifications

• ARRT certification/registration in Radiography R.T.(R) and/or computed tomography R.T.(CT) and meet qualification required by the state working in.
• Current BLS certification.

Experience

• One year of experience in diagnostic radiology or other imaging modality preferred.