Travel Computed Tomography Technician - San Marcos, United States - Healthcare Staffing Plus

Description

Compensation :
$85 - $85 Hourly Client Job Ref


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Shift Description :
Day shifts - 36 hours (weekends rotating)

Travel Computed Tomography Technician San Marcos, California, United States Job Title:
Travel Computed Tomography Tech Number of positions: 1 Shift: Day shifts- 36 hours (weekends rotating)

Duration: 13 weeks
Start Date: 06/12/2023

Hourly Pay:
$85 OT: 1.5 Weekly pay: $3,188 JOB DESCRIPTION Under indirect supervision, provides patient services using imaging modalities. Performs a variety of Computed Tomography procedures on patients of all age categories. Evaluates images for technical quality. Exercises professional attitude and judgment in the performance of duties. Provides patient care essential to Computed Tomography procedures. Recognizes patient conditions requiring immediate action and initiates life support measures.


Essential Responsibilities:
Explains procedure to the patient, verifies patient history and confirms appropriateness of ordered exam/procedure.

Selects appropriate software for the exam, utilizing a variety of software programs; based on imaging principles, area of interest to be demonstrated and patient conditions, enters data such as type of scan requested, slice thickness, scan time and other technical factors into computer.

Positions and immobilizes patient in order to obtain diagnostic image(s) of area of interest; may administer contrast media orally or assist radiologist in intravenous administration.

Recognizes adverse reactions or changes in patient condition and reacts appropriately Observes all standards for radiation safety/protection in order to minimize dose Utilizes scanning techniques, selects best plane, acquisition method (e.g., spiral, dynamic, multi-row detector), parameters (e.g., slice thickness, mA, time, algorithm, pitch) to best demonstrate anatomy and pathology in studies such as those performed for the head, neck, chest, abdomen, pelvis and musculoskeletal.

Modifies protocols as indicated by presence of pathology or trauma. May perform special procedures such as-but not limited to-3-D studies, biopsies, drainage and aspiration, post myelography, CT arthrography, CT angiography, cardiac gating and interventional CT ) Evaluates images on video display screen for diagnostic quality and presence of artifacts; evaluates videotapes and computer-generated information for technical quality; takes corrective action as indicated to ensure image quality. Photographs/films images/scans utilizing appropriate window/level settings and formats; archives images and data.

QUALIFICATIONS Minimum one (1) year of experience as a CT technologist within the past two (2) years or two (2) years' experience as a staff technologist with successful completion of the department CT training program.

Radiologic Technologist Certificate (California) OR Certified Radiologic Technologist

• Diagnostic Radiologic Technology Certificate (California) Basic Life Support from AHA Computed Tomography from ARRT Radiologic Technologist Certification from ARRT Venipuncture certificate COVID Vaccination with booster dose required.

Skills/Abilities:
Good interpersonal and organizational skills. Ability to work with detailed, confidential material, computer experience required. Ability to follow directions and work with precision under pressure. Maintains sensitivity, maturity, and flexibility in coping with difficult situations.

ABOUT HEALTHCARE STAFFING PLUS Healthcare Staffing Plus is a US based national per diem, local contract, and locum tenens agency.

We are located in the beautiful rolling hills of southern Indiana just outside of Louisville, KY.

With close to 24 years of non-clinical healthcare experience that includes 16 years of solid medical staffing and recruiting experience, we deliver on our promise of adhering to strict and ethical recruiting standards handled with the utmost professionalism.

Never resting on our laurels of sourcing candidates thoroughly and presenting our clients only the cream of the crop. Required Skills Critical thinking skills,, Excellent communication skils Reference Code Job Category CT Technologist Facility Type Agency,Hospital Based Pay Rate USDPer Hour Specialty Radiology Geographical Setting Urban,Metropolitan On Call Yes Board Certification Yes