CT Technologist: Image Quality & Patient Care Expert

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

Job summary

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit seeks a CT Technologist to perform specialized CT scans, optimize image quality, and ensure patient safety. This role requires collaboration with radiologists and nursing staff to deliver excellent diagnostic care in a busy hospital setting.

Qualified applicants hold ARRT certification in Radiography or CT, graduate of an accredited radiography program, and current BLS. One year of diagnostic imaging experience is preferred.

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Perform complex specialized tasks associated with the operation of CT scanners and related equipment in accordance with prescribed radiation safety procedures.
• 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.
• Maintains accurate patient records and documents procedures.

Skills

Fluent English

Education

Accredited Medical Radiography program

CT certification coursework

Job description

Kindred Hospital Paramount and Acute Rehabilitation Unit seeks a CT Technologist to perform specialized CT scans, optimize image quality, and ensure patient safety. This role requires collaboration with radiologists and nursing staff to deliver excellent diagnostic care in a busy hospital setting.

Qualified applicants hold ARRT certification in Radiography or CT, graduate of an accredited radiography program, and current BLS. One year of diagnostic imaging experience is preferred.