Job detail

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

Adventist Health

#HIPAA #BLS #Radiology #Venipuncture #Basic Life Support #ARRT #PACS #Radiologic Technology #Outpatient Care

Quick overview

Operates CT equipment to produce cross-sectional images for diagnosing medical conditions in an outpatient setting. Responsibilities include performing various imaging procedures, managing patient data via PACS, and maintaining equipment calibration.

Requirements summary

Requires an Associate's degree in Radiologic Technology and ARRT registration. Must hold a valid California Radiologic Tech license and BLS certification.

associate degreeprofessional certificatePatient AssessmentHIPAA ComplianceVenipuncturePACSComputed TomographyFluoroscopyBone DensitometryTeleradiologyGeneral RadiographyImage Reformation

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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