CT Technologist, CATON HILL, PT 20 Hours Job Listing at Kaiser Permanente in Woodbridge, VA (Job ID 3751622-2024-07-24)

Description

Job Summary:
Performs computerized tomography (CT) examinations of patients as requested by referring physicians.
Essential Responsibilities:

• Greets patient, confirms image to be taken, explains procedure to patient, and is sensitive to patients anxiety about procedure.


• Reviews patients medical history prior to performing CT procedure and confirms that patient has signed a contrast media consent form.


• Positions patient on examination table and monitors patients condition during examination.


• Introduces intravenous contrast material as directed by radiologist.


• Controls and adjusts CT equipment to assure that images meet requirements.


• Maintains equipment and examination room, stores film, and keeps inventory of related supplies.


• Prepares patient information files showing patients name, date of CT examination, referring physician, and nature of examination.


• Prepares and submits reports showing the number and type of examinations.


• Performs other related duties as directed.

• Minimum one (1) year of experience to include on-the-job training and interships as a CT Technologist or registry eligible ARRT advanced certification in CT required; however, for new hires in classification, certification must be obtained within twelve (12) months of hire with one (1) year recent experience as a Radiologic technologist with ARRT required.


• Per the National Agreement, current KP Coalition employees have this experience requirement waived.

• High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.


• Graduate of a certified/accredited ARRT program required.


• Specialized training in computerized tomography required.

• Radiologic Technologist License (Virginia)

• American Registry of Radiologic Technologists Certificate - Computed Tomography within 12 months of hire

• Radiologic Technologist Certification

• Current on CEUs with ARRT required.


• Venipuncture competency checks off or must acquire competency check off within three (3) months of hire.


• Required to stand, push, pull and lift patients.


• Position requires ability to concentrate on fine detail with constant interruption and attend to tasks for 20 to 45 minutes at a time.


• Must be able to adjust routine to accommodate patient or department without affecting departmental flow.


• In order to work effectively with patients, must have effective interpersonal skills and be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, and see.


• May be required to lift objects heavier then 50 pounds, perform difficult manipulative skills and hand-eye coordination skills, walk and stand for prolonged periods, see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.


• Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.


• Knowledge of customer focused service requirements of the organization.


• Ability to communicate pleasantly and effectively with members and coworkers.


• Demonstrates good oral and written communication skills.


• Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.

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