Carson Valley Health · 3 months ago
CT Technologist - Per Diem*
Hospital, Gardnerville, NV, US
Full-time
Onsite
Mid LevelCarson Valley Health is a healthcare provider located in the United States, seeking a CT Technologist to perform C.T. procedures under the direction of a Radiologist. The role includes performing routine and emergency x-ray exams, maintaining equipment and supplies, and ensuring patient care during imaging procedures.
Health CareHospitalMedicalNon ProfitOncologyPrimary and Urgent Care
Responsibilities
Perform routine and emergency C.T. studies according to department protocol
Obtain consent for contrast injection and allergy history from patients as necessary
Administer I.V., oral and rectal contrast according to physician request and department protocol
Observe patient for signs of contrast reaction, extravasation or infiltration
Follow posted ACR guidelines in the event of allergic reactions
Select proper technique/protocol to obtain an optimal scan
Print films, send scans to Radiologist over hospital network, archive exam data
Perform post processing of data including reformations and retrospective re-constructions
Review studies for overall quality
Communicate all pertinent clinical history to Radiologist
Measure regions of interest on exam
Respond to C.T. and x ray requisitions for emergency room patients, inpatients, surgery patients and outpatients
Organize workload and prioritize according to acuity of patient need
Call for a back-up technologist if necessary
Perform warm-up and calibration of C.T. scanner as necessary
Demonstrate ability to perform quality control procedure according to manufacturer's specifications
Maintain equipment and room in a neat and sanitary condition
Report malfunctions to Imaging Manager and Emergency Department immediately
Insure that room is properly supplied and drug reaction kit is locked and current
Qualification
Required
Graduate of an accredited radiology program
ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R)
Current BLS certification required
NV State radiology license required
Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner
Preferred
CT credential preferred; RT(R)(CT) or completed within 6 months of eligibility
Benefits
In lieu of benefits due to 'per diem' status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate.
Company
Carson Valley Health
Carson Valley Health (CVH) is YOUR COMMUNITY HOSPITAL, providing quality healthcare to the residents of Carson Valley, Genoa, Gardnerville, Minden, Topaz Ranch, and beyond.
Founded in 1993
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Jeff Prater, MHA, FACHE
President & Chief Executive Officer
Andrea Highfill DNP, RN
Chief Nursing Officer (interim to full time)
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