CT Technologist
Compass Government Solutions is seeking an experienced CT Technologist to provide diagnostic imaging services at Weed Army Community Hospital at Fort Irwin, California. The CT Technologist will perform high-quality computed tomography procedures while maintaining patient safety, following established imaging protocols, and supporting the clinical needs of the Radiology Department.
Work Schedule:
- Monday - Friday
- , eight (8) hours of work per day with a thirty (30) minute unpaid lunch period
- Forty (40) hours per week
Job Duties:
- Operate CT imaging equipment and perform routine diagnostic CT examinations.
- Follow established CT imaging protocols and radiation safety procedures.
- Apply ALARA principles to minimize patient and staff radiation exposure.
- Position patients and make technical adjustments necessary to obtain diagnostic-quality images.
- Determine whether special preparation is required before an examination.
- Support contrast administration within the authorized scope of practice.
- Monitor patients for adverse reactions to contrast media and report concerns to the radiologist.
- Process digital images and transmit appropriate image series to radiologists for interpretation.
- Use Picture Archiving and Communication Systems and Radiology Information Systems.
- Document imaging procedures and maintain records in accordance with medical treatment facility requirements.
- Perform equipment calibrations and quality-control activities as directed.
- Identify imaging artifacts, equipment errors, and abnormal equipment values and notify designated personnel.
- Initiate equipment repair procedures and document equipment problems when necessary.
- Initiate appropriate emergency response measures when a patient experiences cardiac or respiratory distress.
- Follow infection-control, patient safety, privacy, and Radiology Department requirements.
Qualifications:
- Legally authorized to work in the United States in accordance with applicable federal laws and regulations.
- Graduate of a Radiologic Technology program accredited by the Joint Review Committee on Education in Radiologic Technology or another qualifying radiologic sciences program recognized by the American Registry of Radiologic Technologists.
- At least one year of recent clinical CT experience completed within the previous two years following graduation.
- Current American Registry of Radiologic Technologists certification.
- Current ARRT certification in Computed Tomography.
- Current Basic Life Support certification.
- Compliance with all ARRT continuing education requirements.
- Experience using PACS and RIS systems.
- Knowledge of radiation safety, ALARA principles, infection control, patient safety, and contrast-related procedures.