Natividad is seeking to fill full-time permanent and per-diem CT Technologist positions in the Diagnostic Imaging Department. This incumbent performs routine and highly specialized diagnostic and computerized tomography procedures on patients as ordered by physicians for diagnostic and treatment purposes and performs other related duties as assigned. CT Technologist candidates hired into full-time, permanent positions may be eligible to receive up to a $15,000.00 sign-on bonus and may be eligible for an additional special pay of 8% of your hourly rate with the Computed Tomography certification from the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT).

Examples of Duties

THE SIGNIFICANT DUTIES OF THE POSITION:

• Prepares and positions patients for a variety of diagnostic and/or therapeutic x-ray procedures; determines the correct exposure factors on the basis of height, weight, portion of the body involved, and degree of penetration required; selects appropriate hoods, cones and screens to reduce secondary radiation and fogging; sets machine controls and exposes the required number and types of films; develops and processes exposed x-ray film using automated systems; manually develops films if required
• Utilizes a variety of computerized and manual systems to set up/perform examinations and maintain information; records patient information, patient identification numbers, and the number/type of vies taken; maintains logs and work-related statistics; assists with maintaining files of x-ray films and other hard copy items
• May operate CT and/or MRI scanning equipment; may perform routine mammograms; may provide routine assistance during fluoroscopy examinations
• May provide routine assistance with diagnostic imaging examinations involving angiography, arthrography, myelography, bone density and other special procedures; assists with and performs radiation therapy as directed
• Performs all assignments in a manner consistent with defined protocols and standards; adheres to departmental policies and procedures pertaining to personnel, supplies, equipment and patient care
• Participates in the implementation of effective quality control and quality assurance processes
• Helps clean and maintain diagnostic imaging equipment; provides input to management regarding the need for new equipment and supplies
• Prepares reports, correspondence and other documents as assigned; gathers and tabulates workload data; utilizes standard office administrative tools, including computers, to facilitate communication and work efficiency
• Performs other related duties as assigned
• May be assigned as a Disaster Service Worker as required

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

A combination of experience, education, and/or training which substantially demonstrates the following knowledge, skills and abilities: Thorough Knowledge of:

• Basic theories and principles pertaining to a wide variety of diagnostic imaging procedures including x-ray, bone density, computerized tomography (CT), magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and mammography procedures
• Standard methods and techniques pertaining to x-ray procedures
• The operation and care of standard radiology equipment and the methods of positioning patients for examinations
• Medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology necessary to perform diagnostic imaging procedures
• Routing functions and activities of an acute care hospital diagnostic imaging unit, including standard procedures, materials and equipment
• Safety requirements of a hospital diagnostic imaging unit, including the appropriate use of universal precautions 

Working Knowledge of:

• Methods and techniques used to perform bone density, CT, MRI and mammogram procedures
• Methods of explaining diagnostic imaging procedures to patients and providing customer service in a health care environment
• Basic hospital and nursing care procedures
• The operation and care of radiographic equipment
• Structural and organic anatomy
• The principles and methods of x-ray film processing and development 
• The use of office automation equipment, including computers and business software, for communication and productivity purposes 

Skill and Ability to:

• Perform a wide variety of standard x-ray procedures
• Learn and perform standard diagnostic imaging procedures pertaining to bone density, CT, MRI, mammography and other areas as assigned
• Position patients for a variety of diagnostic imaging examinations and procedures
• Operate and maintain standard x-ray and related diagnostic imaging equipment
• Maintain safe working conditions by complying with established safety policies and procedures
• Communicate effectively with patients, physicians, and other medical professionals
• Operate a personal computer and utilize standard business software
• Maintain detailed patient records; compile statistics and data
• Communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing; prepare reports and other written communications
• Provide sensitive and competent service to customers who may be anxious or in substantial distress
• Establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with others including physicians, nurses, administrators, managers, vendors, contractors and other health care industry personnel