Lead CT Technologist - .90 FTE, Rotating Shifts (12HR)

0.9 FTE Part time Rotating - 12 Hour R Onsite CT Scan 800P Allied Health PALO ALTO, 300 Pasteur Dr, California

This is a Stanford Health Care job.

A Brief Overview

Under the supervision of the Computed Tomography (CT) Supervisor, the Lead CT Technologist is responsible for patient flow and the coordination of scheduling needs of the CT area on the assigned shift. Oversees technical personnel in assigned work areas. Performs various CT procedures on patients using sophisticated computerized equipment. This includes transferal of images, archiving, and performing of appropriate scanning protocols. Works under guidance of Radiologists and participates in resident training program. Offers suggestions for improving inter and intra departmental operations.

Locations

Stanford Health Care

What You Will Do

• Ensures that equipment and accessories are maintained and functioning. Notifies supervisor of equipment problems and service calls placed. Notifies appropriate personnel of supply requirements; makes recommendations concerning the purchase, maintenance and/or repair of equipment.
• Ensures timecards are completed accurately and on time according to departmental and hospital policy.
• Keeps abreast and demonstrates awareness of legal requirements, risk management issues and accreditation standards by reporting unusual occurrences involving customers, environment and/or self within correct timeframes and involves the appropriate individuals and/or completes necessary forms (incident/ employee accident report, etc.).
• Logs exams in log book, and keeps accurate records including entries in exam logbook and achieving process.
• Manages information utilizing appropriate manual or electronic system.
• Oversees workflow, work assignments, operational effectiveness, human resources and the resolution of technical and non-technical problems for an assigned shift. Participates in orientation and training of assigned staff, students, residents and faculty.
• Performs routine CT exams and specialized CT exams. Maintains high degree of exam quality (proper DFOV -Display Field of View, protocol, name and MRN – Medical Record Number), and films exams according to department standards.
• Reports problems concerning staffing requirements, work methods, staff morale, etc., and recommends solutions as appropriate to supervisor. Coordinates with personnel of other departments with regard to patient and/or staff related problems.
• Troubleshoots, reboots, calls help line, calls service and/or involves other individuals as appropriate for equipment maintenance. Demonstrates competency on all equipment (Acist, Medrad, , Siemens, GE, RIS/PACS).
• Understands billing process; assures correct informational codes are included for procedures performed.

Education Qualifications

• Requirement met by License/Certification Requirement

Experience Qualifications

• One (1) year of progressively responsible and directly related work experience

Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with widely diverse groups, including individuals at all levels both within and outside the organization and gain their cooperation
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions
• Ability to perform complex diagnostic imaging procedures
• Ability to perform general and specialized radiographic and fluoroscopic procedures which meet the departments standard of quality
• Ability to troubleshoot, document and communicate equipment problems
• Ability to work effectively as a team player
• Knowledge of anatomy, physiology and congenital/acquired pathology as they relate to the use and interpretation of ultrasound diagnostic procedures
• Knowledge of computer systems and software used in functional area
• Knowledge of Imaging processes and fluoroscopic techniques, methods and equipment
• Knowledge of methods of positioning patients for radiographic and magnetic resonance imaging procedures
• Knowledge of principles of image processing and development applicable to diagnostic imaging
• Knowledge of safety principles and procedures related to ultrasound procedures and equipment

Licenses and Certifications

• CRT
• ARRT-CT - Cert Arrt in CT
• ARRT-RTR - Reg Tech-Radiography ARRT
• BLS - Basic Life Support
• VEN - Venipuncture Cert

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stanford Health Care (SHC) strongly values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity and non-discrimination in all of its policies and practices, including the area of employment. Accordingly, SHC does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity and/or expression, religion, age, national or ethnic origin, political beliefs, marital status, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or disability, or the perception of any of the above. People of all genders, members of all racial and ethnic groups, people with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. Qualified applicants with criminal convictions will be considered after an individualized assessment of the conviction and the job requirements.

Base Pay Scale

Generally starting at $84.22 - $94.86 per hour. The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training. This pay scale is not a promise of a particular wage.