Senior CT Tech

Payroll Title:CT TCHNO SRDepartment:Thornton RadiologySalary RangeCommensurate with ExperienceWorksite:La Jolla Medical CenterAppointment Type:CareerAppointment Percent:80%Union:EX ContractTotal Openings:1Work Schedule:Wk 1: Thurs-Sat 2030-0700 and an on Call shift, Wk 2: Wed-Sat 2030-0700

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#115041 Senior CT TechFiling Deadline: Tue 3/22/2022
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UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment: Apply by 3/10/2022 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants: Apply by 3/22/2022. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

DESCRIPTION

Working under general supervision, incumbent performs routine to complex computerized tomography (CT) procedures for diagnostic purposes in accordance with established guidelines and CT protocols. Requires advanced knowledge of radiologic technology and computed tomography. Acts as a CT subject matter expert and assists other technicians as needed. Demonstrates and applies knowledge of principles of radiation safety.

Prepares and positions patient for procedure by using established CT protocols to achieve the highest quality image. Follows protocols specified by the Radiologist. Administers contrast media orally or assists physician in intravenous administration. Enters complex data into the computer system. Reviews, verifies and evaluates images and radiographs to ensure technical quality and image quality. Performs other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of a school of radiologic Technology.

• California Radiology Technologist of Radiography (CRT-R).

• Registered Technologist for Computed Tomography issued by ARRT (R.T(CT)(ARRT)).

• Venipuncture certification.

• BART or BLS at time of hire with commitment to get BART within six (6) months of hire date.

• Minimum of four (4) years of experience in a similar role and setting.

• Thorough knowledge of radiological computerized systems and applications.

• Thorough understanding of various radiological systems to include PACS and RIS.

• Possess the skills, knowledge, and abilities essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to the position.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• California Radiology Technologist of Fluoroscopy (CRT-F).
• Five (5) years of experience.
• Hospital experience.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

• Must be able to work various hours and locations based on business needs.
• Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
• Must be able to work various hours, days, shifts, on-call and various locations based on the 24-hour Medical Center's business needs.

Job offer is contingent on successful engagement in the UC COVID-19 Vaccination program (fully vaccinated with documented proof or approved exception/deferral).

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