San Diego area seeks CT Tech

Skilled CT Technologist - Full Time, no call, no weekends, no nights

Here is your opportunity to join a private practice that has been serving the North San Diego County area since 1971. The group of physicians is accompanied by a dedicated support staff of technologists, administrative staff and management. Recruitment needs are for a skilled CT TECHNOLOGIST to provide patients with an advanced array of diagnostic imaging and pain management services in two outpatient centers.

Description:
Performs variety of Computed Tomography procedures on patients of all age categories, including pediatric. Implement ACR guidelines. Evaluate images for technical quality. Provide patient care essential to Computed Tomography procedures. Recognize patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures.

Essential Responsibilities:
· Demonstrate an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
· Exercise clinical judgment that conforms to established standards.
· Document clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive, and accurate manner.
· Maintain standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service.
· Utilize effective communication skills.
· Maintain equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
· Implement VRC’s Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.

Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:
· Explain procedure to the patient, verifies patient history and confirms appropriateness of ordered exam.
· Utilizing a variety of software programs; based on imaging principles, area of interest to be demonstrated and patient conditions, slice thickness, scan time and other technical factors into computer.
· Position and immobilize patient in order to obtain diagnostic image(s) of area of interest.
· Recognize adverse reactions or changes in patient condition and reacts appropriately.
· Observe all standards for radiation safety/protection in order to minimize dose.
· Utilize scanning techniques, select best plane, acquisition method (e.g.,spiral, dynamic, multi-row detector), parameters (e.g.,slice thickness, mA, time, algorithm, pitch) to best demonstrate anatomy and pathology in studies such as those performed for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal.
· Modify protocols as indicated by presence of pathology or trauma with the radiologist’s guidelines.
· May perform special procedures such as, but not limited to, 3-D studies, CT arthrography, CT angiography, interventional CT
· Venipuncture skills

Education, Licensure and Experience:
· Graduate of a 2-year accredited school of Radiologic Technology or comparable training.
· A valid Computed Tomography Certificate/License
· 1+ year of CT Tech experience required with successful completion of the department CT training program. Experience with 3D post processing Experience with PACS.
· CT certification (A.R.R.T) required
· BLS certification
· Venipuncture skills is a must
· Experience with Siemens, Hitachi and GE Systems, RIS/PACS preferred.

Specific Skills Desired:
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and within prescribed exam times and follow all VRC imaging protocols.
• Must possess understanding of the functionality of medical office operations, radiation safety, patient safety, while providing optimal patient care, and consideration for patient's circumstances
• Complies with all applicable policies, rules and regulations as outlined by VRC, State and Federal regulations including compliance with HIPAA privacy and security.
• Ability to maintain a calm and courteous demeanor and conduct business in a professional manner.
• Ability to make independent decisions in performing procedures and works well under minimal supervision.
Our practice provides the opportunity to work with a talented, committed team of individuals with great work/life balance. In addition, we offer a competitive Total Rewards package that includes a PTO accrual from day one, and a generous 401(k) match.