Senior CT Technologist, Full Time, 10 Hour, Days

PIH Health; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 71,635 - 104,008; Full time

Job summary

PIH Health in Whittier, California, is seeking a skilled Computed Tomography Technologist to perform CT scans ensuring patient safety and quality images. The position demands a strong knowledge of imaging techniques, radiation safety, and patient care.

Qualified candidates will possess all required certifications and have at least five years of CT scanning experience in an acute care facility. This role offers competitive pay rates and requires working day shifts.

Qualifications

• Five years of experience CT scanning in an acute care facility is required.
• Seven years of experience CT scanning in an acute care facility is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform computed tomography exams while ensuring patient safety and comfort.
• Maintain the lowest possible radiation exposure during exams.
• Examine all parts of the vasculature structures and organ systems.

Skills

Expert technical skills in computed tomography

Advanced knowledge of all vasculature and organ systems

Advanced knowledge of all CT guided invasive procedures

Expertly skilled in the use of contrast agents

Basic patient care and assessment techniques

Knowledgeable in radiation physics and medical terminology

High degree of accuracy in positioning and radiation exposure techniques

Education

State of California CRT

ARRT (CT) certification

Fluoroscopy certification

Venipuncture certification

CPR/BLS

Job description

Performs computed tomography exams and procedures with maximal image quality, patient safety and comfort while maintaining the lowest possible radiation exposure. Exams and procedures include all parts of the vasculature structures and organ systems.

Required Skills

• Expert technical skills in computed tomography
• Advanced knowledge of all vasculature and organ systems
• Advanced knowledge of all CT guided invasive procedures
• Expertly skilled in the use of contrast agents
• Basic patient care and assessment techniques
• Knowledgeable in radiation physics, radiation biology, radiation protection and medical terminology
• High degree of accuracy in positioning and radiation exposure techniques

Required Experience

• State of California CRT
• ARRT (CT) certification
• Fluoroscopy certification
• Venipuncture certification
• CPR/BLS
• Five (5) years’ experience CT scanning in an acute care facility

Preferred

• Seven (7) years’ experience CT scanning in an acute care facility

Address

12401 Washington Blvd.

Salary

52.00-75.50

Shift

Days

Zip Code

90602