CT Technician

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Company:

Marin General Hospital dba MarinHealth Medical Center

Compensation Range:

$65.15 - $90.75

Work Shift:

10 Hour (days) (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

0

Job Description Summary:

The Computed Tomography Technologist (CT Technologist) is a highly skilled professional, who is confident in producing multiplane images for interpretation by the radiologist. The CT Technologist operates specialized computerized x-ray equipment to produce cross-sectional images of patients' human anatomy which aid the radiologist in the diagnosis of a wide variety of diseases and disorders. The CT Technologist will be knowledgeable with the CT scanner and understand how to manipulate scans to accommodate for patients’ size, motion and to reduce any undesirable artifacts. All CT Technologists will follow departmental policy and procedures in regards to ALARA, possible pregnancy, and scanning protocols as directed by the radiologist. Taking stand-by may be a necessary responsibility according to hospital needs.

This is a journey-level position for a CT Technologist with at least two years of acute care hospital facility employment experience. A Computerized Tomography Technologist is a radiologic technologist who possesses the CRT, ARRT and Fluoroscopy certifications, and must obtain a Computerized Tomography (C.T.) certification within 12 months of hire.*

Job Requirements, Prerequisites and Essential Functions:

Job Specifications:

Education:

• Formal Training in an accredited Radiological program with an Associates degree in Radiology

• High school diploma or an equivalent G.E.D. program therein.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years full time experience as a CT Technologist in an acute care hospital facility or completion of Marin Health cross-training program.

License and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) Required at hire

• Radiologic Technologist (CRT) Required at hire

• Radiology Fluoroscopy (RHF) Required at hire

• American Register of Rad Techs (ARRT) Required at hire

• Computed Tomography (CT) Specialized within 365 days of hire

• Integrative Agitation Management (IAMTAC) Required within 30 days of hire

Prerequisite Skills:

• Technical ability to perform all diagnostic radiography examinations as outlined in the MarinHealth Diagnostic Imaging Services department policy and procedure manual.

• Demonstrate understanding of human cross -sectional anatomy, physiology, pathology, pharmacology and medical terminology.

• Must maintain high degree of accuracy in positioning and exposure techniques.

• Ability to interact with general public, clients, staff and referring physicians with diplomacy, tact and goodwill.

• Able to communicate effectively with patients who are under stress.

• Ability to participate in department team quality improvement activities.

Primary Customer Served (Age Specific Criteria):

• Employees in this position must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care and/or service based on the physical, psycho/social, educational, safety, and related criteria appropriate to the age of the patients served in his/her assigned service area.

(X) Infants: Birth up to 1 year

(X) Toddlers: 1 up to 3 years

(X)  Preschool Children: 3 up to 6 years

(X) School Age Children: 6 up to 12 years

(X) Adolescents: 12 up to 18 years

(X) Early Adults: 18 up to 45 years

(X) Middle Adults: 45 up to 61 years

(X) Late Adults: 61 up to 80 years

(X) Late, Late Adults: 80 years and up

Patient Privacy (HIPAA Compliance):

• Employees in this position have access to protected health information. The protected health information a person in this position can access includes demographics, date of service, insurance/billing, medical record summary information, and all other information that may be contained in patient records. This position requires patient health information to perform the functions outlined as part of this position description.

Duties And Responsibilities:

Essential (Not Modifiable)

• Competently performs all diagnostic imaging examinations as outlined in the department policy and procedure manual

• Responsible for educating and preparing patients for their exam

• Provide patient care that is essential to the performance of a variety of procedures

• Patient positioning and setting appropriate technical factors to accurately demonstrate patient anatomy and pathology

• Assume responsibility for the safety, mental, and physical comfort of the patient

• Accurately correlates patient clinical history with the Radiology exam to be performed

• Competently uses universal precautions when working with patients in isolation status and in sterile surgery

• Competently assists with department clerical functions

• Attends and participates in department meetings

• Keeps current with changes in policy and procedure

• May require work shift rotation in order to participate in training

• Ability to accurately troubleshoot radiology equipment in order to knowledgeably communicate need for repair to service personnel

• Uses effective critical thinking skills in order to implement alternative methods when problems arise so that satisfactory solutions are achieved

• Knowledgeable about equipment down time procedures for Radiology Information System

• Accurately prioritizes work assignments

• Effectively schedules work load for maximum productivity

• Effectively responds to emergency situations. Able to integrate emergency work into regularly scheduled responsibilities

• Develops and maintains effective work relationships with management, staff; patients, and physicians

• Accurately uses hospital information system to process patient information

• Accurately uses Radiology Information system in order to process patient information

• Keeps current with changes, revisions, and continuing education in Radiology Information System

• Maintains all clinical competencies

• Attends continuing education in order to maintain certification, licensure, and accreditation

• Constantly promotes a positive and professional image in the hospital

• Performs special projects at the request of Lead Technologist or department manager

Secondary (modifiable)

• Responsible for the safety, mental and physical comfort of the patient while performing radiological examinations

• Other duties as assigned

Accommodation:

Qualified applicants with disabilities may request reasonable accommodation during the application process by contacting Human Resources at 415-925-7040 or [email protected].

C.A.R.E.S. Standards:

MarinHealth seeks candidates ready to model our C.A.R.E.S. standards—Communication, Accountability, Respect, Excellence, Safety—which foster a healing, trust-based environment for patients and colleagues.

Health & Immunizations:

To protect employees, patients, and our community, MarinHealth requires measles, mumps, varicella, and annual influenza immunizations as a condition of employment (and annually thereafter). COVID-19 vaccination/booster remains strongly recommended. Medical or religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law.

Compensation:

The posted pay range complies with applicable law and reflects what we reasonably expect to pay for this role. Individual pay is set by skills, experience, qualifications, and internal/market equity, consistent with MarinHealth’s compensation philosophy. Positions covered by collective bargaining agreements are governed by those agreements.

Equal Employment:

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability status, and any other classifications protected by federal, state, and local laws.