CA - CT Tech - Chico

CT Technologist

The new range is $$ - $$. We are also offering a $$,000.00 sign on bonus for both new grads and experienced candidates. Enloe Medical Center is a 298-bed, level II trauma center located in the vibrant Northern Californian city of Chico. Serving more than 400,000 residents in a six-county region in Northern California, we provide quality, compassionate, cost-effective care to our patients. Enloe Medical Center is the largest medical center in the region and is the only acute care facility in a city with a metropolitan population of over 100,000 people.

POSITION SUMMARY: Under the general direction of the Manager, Radiology and the immediate supervision of the Lead Technologist, performs imaging procedures at a technical level not requiring direct supervision. The CT Technologist can perform all general diagnostic radiographic exams and CT exams. Assumes responsibility for designated areas as assigned. The Technologist operates CT equipment, prepares and administers contrast media, performs Intravenous contrast injections, operates X-ray equipment, prepares patient's room, equipment, supplies, and medications. The CT Technologist is responsible for the quality control and enforcement of Enloe Medical Centers Core Values, ARRT Standards of Ethics, and the policies and procedures of the designated area. The CT Technologist supports and contributes to the service excellence mission of Enloe Medical Center and the Radiology Department.

EDUCATION / TRAINING / EXPERIENCE: Desired: - Two years experience in diagnostic x-ray - One year experience in CT LICENSES / CERTIFICATIONS: Minimum: - Current full certificate of Radiologic Technology issued by the Department of Health Services, our client California (CRT) - Approved CPR certification - ARRT and Fluoroscopy permit to be obtained within 6 months of hire Desired: - Current Radiographic contrast media and venapuncture certification - Current license issued by ARRT - Radiologic Technologist fluoroscopy permit issued by the our client California - Advanced certification in CT SKILLS / KNOWLEDGE / ABILITIES: Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of human structure and function, cross sectional anatomy, patient care, positioning, and principles of radiographic exposure, quality assurance, radiation physics, radiation protection, radiobiology, and specialized techniques as required for a radiologic and CT technologist. Must be intelligent and self motivated. Excellent communication and critical thinking skills problem solving techniques are required.

About Chico: Chico is an extremely easy place to live. It has a pleasant, small-town atmosphere with no long commutes. At the same time, the influence of California State University at Chico ensures a sophisticated and varied choice of cultural and entertainment activities. Chico has excellent public, charter, and private schools and abundant opportunities for outdoor activities. Our accommodating Mediterranean climate offers almost 300 days of sunshine a year. We're home to one of the largest municipal parks in the nation at over 3,600 acres. It has miles of engaging trails to hike, bike, or ride horses. Chico's downtown encompasses local restaurants, boutiques, retail shops and a Park Plaza. Free concerts and movies in the park take place during the summer months. Performing arts, coffee shops, bookstores, taverns, city offices and Chamber of Commerce embraces our thriving downtown. Chico's Farmers Market attracts locals on Saturday mornings and Thursday evenings. Chico is easily accessible to popular destinations, Lake Tahoe, Mt. Shasta, Napa Valley, San Francisco, Reno and the California Coast.