Computer Tomography Technologist, San Marcos, On-Call

• Upholds Kaiser Permanentes Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and applicable state, federal and local laws.
• Is responsive to the needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward members and coworkers
• Identifies the impact of cultural diversity and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations for such differences.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
• Exercises clinical judgment that conforms to established standards.
• Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and accurate manner.
• Observes all organizational, regional, medical service area and Diagnostic Imaging department policies and procedures.
• Maintains standards of professional behavior established to enhance quality of service. Utilizes effective communication skills
• Demonstrates professional behavior/ conduct in all interactions with patients and staff.
• Meets productivity norms achieved by peers within the department. Maintains equipment, supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
• Essential Clinical Duties and Responsibilities:  
• Explains procedure to the patient, verifies patient history and confirms appropriateness of ordered exam/procedure
• Selects appropriate software for the exam, utilizing a variety of software programs ;  based on imaging principles , area of interest to be demonstrated and patient conditions,  enters  data such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time and other technical factors into computer.
• Positions and immobilizes patient in order to obtain diagnostic image(s) of area of interest ; may administer contrast media orally or assist radiologist in intravenous administration.
• Recognizes adverse reactions or changes in patient condition and reacts appropriately  Observes all standards for radiation safety/protection in order to minimize dose
• Utilizes scanning techniques, selects 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.


• Modifies protocols as indicated by presence of pathology or trauma
• May perform special procedures such as-but not limited to-3-D studies, biopsies, drainage and aspiration, post myelography, CT arthrography, CT angiography, cardiac gating  and interventional CT )
• Evaluates images on video display screen for diagnostic quality and  presence of artifacts;evaluates videotapes and computer generated information for technical quality; takes corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality
• Photographs/films images/scans utilizing appropriate window/level settings and formats; archives images and data.

• One-year experience as a CT technologist within the past 2 years or 2 years experience as a staff technologist with successful completion of the department CT training program.
• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived. 

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• Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California) OR Certified Radiologic Technologist - Diagnostic Radiologic Technology Certificate (California)

• Basic Life Support within 4 months of hire
   

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
   

• Radiologic Technologist Certification from American Registry of Radiologic Technologists
   

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• Two years clinical experience as a Computed Tomography Technologist , preferably in an acute care medical center Experience with GE CT scanners Additional training in the use and practices of Computed Tomography Certificate of advanced qualification: ARRT---CT Experience with 3D post processing Experience with PACS

Notes:

• Mon-sun, varied shifts, locations, days, and times, including weekends.
• Shifts, hours, and/or locations may vary based on operational need