CT Technologist - Per Diem*

CT Technologist - Per Diem*IMPORTANT NOTE: In lieu of benefits due to "per diem" status, 15% will be added to the hourly rate. Per diem employees are offered work on an "as-needed" basis.Position Summary:At the clinical direction of a Radiologist and the administrative direction of the Imaging Services Mgr., perform C.T. procedures with minimum supervision. Perform routine and emergency x-ray exams. Maintain equipment and supplies.Position Requirements:Minimum Education:Graduate of an accredited radiology program.Certification required:ARRT – American Registry Radiologic Technologist certificate required; RT (R).Current BLS certification required.Certification preferred:CT credential preferred; RT(R)(CT) or completed within 6 months of eligibility.License required:NV State radiology license required.Minimum Work Experience:Ability to communicate with employees, physicians, patients and administrative staff in a courteous and professional manner.Position Essential Functions:CT Studies:Performs routine and emergency C.T. studies according to department protocol. Show proficiency in all C.T. exams including biopsy, drainage and thoracentesis.Consent:Obtain consent for contrast injection and allergy history from patients as necessary.Administer I.V., oral and rectal contrast according to physician request and department protocol.Observe patient for signs of contrast reaction, extravasation or infiltration.Follow posted ACR guidelines in the event of allergic reactions.Record Keeping:Select proper technique/protocol to obtain an optimal scan. Print films, send scans to Radiologist over hospital network, archive exam data.Perform post processing of data including reformations and retrospective re-constructions.Review studies for overall quality. Communicate all pertinent clinical history to Radiologist.Measure regions of interest on exam.Requisitions:Respond to C.T. and x ray requisitions for emergency room patients, inpatients, surgery patients and outpatients.Organize workload and prioritize according to acuity of patient need. Call for a back-up technologist if necessary.CT Equipment:Perform warm-up and calibration of C.T. scanner as necessary.Demonstrate ability to perform quality control procedure according to manufacturer's specifications.Maintain equipment and room in a neat and sanitary condition. Report malfunctions to Imaging Manager and Emergency Department immediately. Insure that room is properly supplied and drug reaction kit is locked and current.CARSON VALLEY HEALTH IS PROUD TO BE RECOGNIZED AS A FINALIST IN THE"BEST PLACES TO WORK" - NORTHERN NEVADA, 2021, 2022, 2024, 2025 & 2026!WE LOOK FORWARD TO WELCOMING YOU TO OUR TEAM!!Per Diem positions have no guaranteed hours or set schedule. The position will fill in for individuals who take unplanned and/or planned time off.