CT Technologist

Kaiser Permanente; Arbutus (MD); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Arbutus, MD is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT examinations as ordered by physicians. The role requires patient prep, positioning, contrast administration under radiologist direction, and maintaining equipment.

Applicants must have at least 1 year of CT experience or be ARRT CT registry eligible, graduate of an ARRT CT program, MD radiologic license and ARRT CT certification; expect a busy radiology workflow with strong patient communication.

Qualifications

• Minimum 1 year CT technologist experience or registry eligible ARRT CT
• Graduate of a certified/accredited ARRT CT program
• Specialized CT training required
• Maryland Radiologic Technologist license and ARRT CT certification

Responsibilities

• Greet patient, confirm exam, explain procedure and address anxiety
• Position patient on table and monitor during examination
• Introduce intravenous contrast as directed by radiologist
• Operate/adjust CT equipment to meet image requirements
• Maintain equipment, exam room, and supplies inventory
• Prepare patient information files and CT reports
• Submit reports showing number and type of examinations
• Perform other related duties as directed

Skills

CT Technologist

ARRT CT

Patient interaction

Radiology procedures

Education

High School Diploma or GED

ARRT CT program graduate

Job description

This position has a $5k sign on bonus!!

Job Summary

Performs computerized tomography (CT) examinations of patients as requested by referring physicians.

Essential Responsibilities

• Greets patient, confirms image to be taken, explains procedure to patient, & is sensitive to patients anxiety about procedure.
• Reviews patients medical history prior to performing CT procedure & confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form.
• Positions patient on examination table & monitors patients condition during examination.
• Introduces intravenous contrast material as directed by radiologist.
• Controls & adjusts CT equipment to assure that images meet requirements.
• Maintains equipment & examination room, stores film, & keeps inventory of related supplies.
• Prepares patient information files showing patients name, date of CT examination, referring physician, & nature of examination.
• Prepares & submits reports showing the number & type of examinations.
• Performs other related duties as directed.

Basic Qualifications

Experience

• Minimum one (1) year of experience to include on-the-job training and internships as a CT Technologist or registry eligible ARRT advanced certification in CT required
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

Education

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
• Graduate of a certified/accredited ARRT program required.
• Specialized training in computerized tomography required.

License, Certification, Registration

• Radiologic Technologist License (Maryland)
• Radiologic Technologist Certification
• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography within 12 months of hire
• Basic Life Support

Additional Requirements

• Venipuncture competency checks off or must acquire competency check off w/in three (3) months of hire.
• Current on CEUs w/ ARRT required.
• Required to stand, push, pull & lift patients.
• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail w/ constant interruption & attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.
• Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department w/out affecting departmental flow.
• In order to work effectively w/ patients, must have effective interpersonal skills & be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, & see.
• May be required to lift objects heavier then 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills & h&-eye coordination skills, walk & stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely & hear normal sounds w/ some background noises.
• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
• Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.
• Ability to communicate pleasantly & effectively w/ members & coworkers.
• Demonstrates good oral & written communication skills.
• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A