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Oregon Health & Science University · 3 weeks ago

CT Technologist

Oregon Health & Science University is a leading healthcare institution, and they are seeking a CT Technologist to provide technical diagnostic support within the Department of Diagnostic Imaging. The role involves operating multi-detector CT scan equipment, ensuring high-quality imaging, and maintaining patient safety while adhering to established protocols.

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Responsibilities

Operates multi-slice CT Scanners to perform exams with accuracy and efficiency, using optimal skills and knowledge of equipment
Demonstrates knowledge and skill to evaluate anatomy and any related pathologies for presentation to the Radiologist
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in CT physics & Radiation Safety
Exercises responsible judgment in recognizing and reporting significant situations relating to patient care
Prepares and instructs the patient for the diagnostic exam using age appropriate communication skills
Adjusts scanning factors and patient positioning to eliminate or minimize artifacts due to patient habitus, motion, implants, or monitoring equipment
Adheres to the ALARA principle while optimizing the exam to obtain the highest image quality with the lowest possible radiation dose to the patient
Must be able to perform all ranges of exams after completion of technical competencies. Continues to stay current in regards to new CT technology hardware and software upgrades
Demonstrates specific normal and abnormal cross sectional anatomy/pathology through the use of scan techniques, reconstructions, and 3D post-processing
Verifies complete documentation of all pertinent information to provide accurate and timely service to customers
Verifies imaging order and protocol in the patient’s electronic medical record
Responsible for correctly identify patients by complying with Imaging dept. Patient Identification Policy
Labels images completely & accurately with patient demographics, position or other required documentation
Follows through with all aspects of scanning duties in order to provide efficient and timely completion of examinations with correct data entry, begin and complete with correct billing and verification that images are in PACS
Technologists prescreen all patients for sensitivity & contraindications to contrast medications used during the imaging exam
Implements the correct types of contrast and injection factors on a case-by-case basis
Generates a CD or DVD of imaging exams on an as-needed basis

Qualification

CT physicsRadiation SafetyARRT (CT) registryIV/Angio-cath starts3D post-processingJudgmentEmergency imaging experienceTrauma imaging experienceStroke imaging experienceDecision-makingCommunication skills

Required

Completion of a JRCERT accredited school of radiologic sciences
CT Technologists must be licensed by the Oregon Board of Medical Imaging, have an approved and valid CPR card, and have an ARRT (CT) registry
CT Technologists who do not have an ARRT (CT) registry must be ARRT (R), or ARRT (N), or NMTCB certified or ARRT (RT) registered upon hire with documentation of CT Clinical Experience requirements; and must receive CT certification by the ARRT within 6 months of hire
Proficient in IV/Angio-cath starts and administration of contrast media via power injection
Demonstrates specific normal and abnormal cross sectional anatomy/pathology through the use of scan techniques, reconstructions, and 3D post-processing
Must demonstrate competency in complex CT imaging and the ability to adjust imaging parameters appropriately on a case-by-case basis
Must have good judgment, decision-making, and communication skills

Preferred

Extensive Emergency, Trauma, and Stroke imaging experience preferred

Company

Oregon Health & Science University

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OHSU is a health and research university provides patient care, research, education of the next generation of health care.

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$36.6M
Key Investors
U.S. Small Business AdministrationNational Institute of Allergy and Infectious DiseasesHyundai Hope On Wheels
2024-09-25Grant
2022-11-21Grant· $4.7M
2022-09-27Grant· $0.3M

Leadership Team

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Tarek Salaway
Chief Executive Officer, OHSU Health
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Lawrence Furnstahl
Executive Vice President & Chief Financial Officer
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