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About The Position
Under general direction of the Director of Radiology/Manager, performs imaging procedures to aid physician in diagnosis and treatments. Performs other related work as assigned/required. Employees within this class perform the full range of radiographic examinations and Computerized Tomography (CT) including the ability to work independently, exercise judgment, and take initiative to complete a specific assignment.
Requirements
- Completion of an ACR or ARRT recognized accredited program in Radiology Technology/Graduate of a JCERT hospital-based radiology technology program is required.
- A minimum of one year of experience in performing technical work which must have included as primary responsibility: radiographic examinations, and following: computerized tomography (CT).
- Possession of valid California CRT license, Fluoroscopy Certification
- Current BLS through AHA
- ARRT required
- Specialized training in CT
- Center for Medicare/Medicaid Services (CMS) requires the following criteria for Licensure/Certification as a requirement to operate a CT scanner: September 1, 2016 – a technologist must possess both an ARRT (RT) and CRT license. January 1, 2018 – a technologist in addition to both ARRT (RT) and CRT licensure must be certified as a Computerized Tomography Technologist (CT) by the ARRT.
- Knowledge of Hospital established policies quality assurance program, safety, environmental and infection control policies and procedures.
- Knowledge of the more common radiology equipment and instruments used in a hospital setting, basic radiography and Computerized Tomography (CT).
- Knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology.
- Ability to understand, interpret, and apply rules, regulations, standards, and procedures.
- Ability to learn quickly the specific operations of a Radiology Department.
- Ability to keep abreast of developments in the field of expertise.
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
- Ability to work effectively under stress and in emergency situations.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with the public, physicians and fellow employees.
Nice To Haves
- Associate’s degree in Radiology Technology is desired.
Responsibilities
- Performs imaging procedures to aid physician in diagnosis and treatments.
- Performs other related work as assigned/required.
- Perform the full range of radiographic examinations and Computerized Tomography (CT).
- Operate equipment used in Radiology, and Computerized Tomography (CT).
- Process and evaluate quality images.
- Prepare and maintain records and reports. (Written and electronic).
- Manage emergency or crisis situations; requires judgment/action which could result in undesirable patient outcomes.
- Maintains, demonstrates and is assessed on the knowledge and skills necessary to provide for physical, psychosocial and cultural needs appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.