CT Technologist (Outpatient), Full-time, Day shift

Adventist Health; Santa Maria (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Sierra Vista in California seeks a Radiologic Technologist to operate CT equipment and perform CT, bone densitometry, radiography and fluoroscopy procedures in an outpatient setting.

The role requires ARRT CT certification, CA licensure, a relevant BLS credential, and a preference for CT certification in CA. Responsibilities include image transfer via PACS and maintaining patient confidentiality per HIPAA.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology preferred.
• ARRT RT CT certification required.
• CA Radiologic Tech license required.
• CT advanced certification preferred in CA.
• BLS certification required.
• Fluoroscopy license required in CA if fluoroscopy is used.
• Venipuncture certification preferred in CA.

Responsibilities

• Operates CT equipment and produces cross-sectional images for radiologist interpretation.
• Performs a variety of imaging procedures including bone densitometry, general radiography and fluoroscopy.
• Maintains accurate records and ensures patient data confidentiality per HIPAA.

Skills

ARRT RT CT certification

CA Radiologic Tech license

BLS Certification

Fluoroscopy license

Venipuncture certification

PACS

Teleradiology

Education

Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology

Tools

PACS

Teleradiology system

Job description

JOB DESCRIPTION

Nestled on the Central California Coast, Adventist Health Sierra Vista has been providing care to our community since 1959. Our 162-bed acute care facility includes a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit and county designated trauma center. San Luis Obispo offers the excitement of a lively community while being a fifteen-minute drive from the serenity of Avila Beach, known for their natural hot springs, and Pismo Beach, known for their sand dunes and eucalyptus trees. Featuring a charming downtown, comfortable coastal weather, idyllic views, and an active lifestyle San Luis Obispo offers much to be had.

Job Summary:

Operates computed tomography (CT) equipment, producing cross-sectional images of patients' bones, organs and tissue that are used to diagnose medical conditions in an outpatient setting. Performs a variety of imaging procedures not limited to CT, including bone densitometry, general radiography and fluoroscopy.

Job Requirements:

Education and Work Experience:

• Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology: Preferred

Licenses/Certifications:

• Registered by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists: R.T. (R)(CT)(ARRT) OR R.T. (R)(ARRT): Required
• Radiologic Tech (RT) in the state of practice: Required in CA
• Advanced Certification in the modality of CT: Required in OR and HI, Preferred in CA
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
• Fluoroscopy license in state of employment: Required in CA, if employee operates fluoroscopy equipment
• Venipuncture certification: Preferred in CA and OR

Facility Specific License/Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required

Essential Functions:

• Assesses, plans, implements and evaluates care for patients ranging in age from adolescence through geriatric.
• Produces sagittal and coronal reformatted images for radiologist interpretation.
• Uses PACS and teleradiology system to correctly transfer images to the appropriate location.
• Maintains accurate records, files and billing information. Ensures the integrity of patient medical images and data while adhering to Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) and other patient confidentiality guidelines and regulations.
• Performs routine maintenance and calibration of equipment and manages supply inventory.
• Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Organizational Requirements:

Adventist Health is committed to the safety and wellbeing of our associates and patients. Therefore, we require that all associates receive all required vaccinations as a condition of employment and annually thereafter, where applicable. Medical and religious exemptions may apply.

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