CT Technologist Full Time Varied

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley; Pleasanton (CA); On-site; USD 74,000 - 99,000; Full time

Job summary

Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley is seeking a CT Technologist to perform CT scans and related radiographic procedures. The role requires independent judgment and adherence to department protocols within a collaborative radiology team.

Responsibilities include processing orders, maintaining safety standards, and educating patients through the imaging process. Applicants should have ARRT CT certification, CRT license, and BLS, with one year CT experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Prefer at least one year of CT procedures experience.
• ARRT certification and maintenance; CRT licensure; ARR-T (CT) within 6 months of employment; Venipuncture certificate with 10-stick attestation; Current AHA BLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Performs CT scans and diagnostic radiographic procedures with minimal supervision.
• Uses electronic system to verify and process orders.
• Maintains infection control and hospital policies and clean work area.
• Explains procedures to patients and answers questions to reduce anxiety.
• Adheres to patient safety and joint commission standards.

Skills

English communication

Time management

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

PACS

CT imaging equipment

Job description

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Rotating - 10 Hour (United States of America)

Job Summary

The CT Technologist performs CT scans and general diagnostic radiographic procedures at a technical level not requiring constant supervision. Performs a variety of technical procedures that will require independent judgment, and the use of ingenuity and initiative. Assumes responsibility for designated areas or procedures as assigned.

Essential Functions

The essential functions listed below are general examples and not a description of comprehensive duties. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing nature or scope of this position or level of responsibility. May be asked to perform other duties as assigned.

• Performs procedures and utilizes electronic system to verify and process orders.
• Follow department and hospital protocol and policies.
• Responsible to keep up with department changes, protocols and policies updates.
• Follows infection control practices, practices universal precautions and maintains a clean and organized work environment.
• Clean and tend to equipment, call for services as needed.
• Assesses and monitors the patient; reports and documents change in the patient’s condition and/or support equipment (I.V., oxygen, chest tube, ET tube, etc.).
• Interacts with the patient, family members and other staff to help educate them on the procedure.
• Understands any age-related patient needs and responds accordingly; reassures patient and consistently tries to obtain cooperation while reducing anxiety.
• Processes images and prints films as needed.
• Attends staff and departmental meetings and participates in hospital wide work groups as assigned.
• Employee must perform all duties and responsibilities in accordance with the C-I-CARE Standards of the Hospital. C-I-CARE is the foundation of Stanford’s patient-experience and represents a framework for patient-centered interactions.

Job Qualifications

Education

• High school graduate or equivalent

Experience

• Prefer at least one-year experience performing CT procedures

License/Certifications

• ARRT - certification and maintenance.
• CRT licensure and maintenance.
• ARRT (CT) within 6 months of employment
• Venipuncture certificate along with successful 10 stick attestation
• Current American Heart Association BLS Certification

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to work flexible schedules and varying locations as assigned
• Strong verbal and written English communication skills with the ability to communicate across all levels of the hospital and departments
• Strong organization
• Strong time management ability
• Problem solver and critical thinker with the ability to anticipate possible issues
• Strong computer skills
• Self-initiative
• Knowledge of hospital safety, quality and joint commission standards

Physical Demand and Working Conditions

The Physical Requirements and Working Conditions in which the job is typically performed are available from the Occupational Health Department. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Equal Opportunity Employer Stanford Health Care Tri-Valley (SHCTV) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements

Base Pay Scale: Generally starting at $53.57 - $72.11 per hour

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.