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Cardiac CT Technologist – Per Diem/Part Time

CDL Nuclear is a growing organization with current operations in more than 20 states with new facilities being added each month. This is an excellent opportunity to start your career with one of the fastest growing diagnostic imaging medical companies in the country!

Summary: To obtain the safest and highest quality CT exams under the direct or indirect supervision of a radiologist per established guidelines and protocols.

Duties / Responsibilities:

• Independently performs CT studies that meet or exceed the standards set by the interpreting radiologist(s)
• Perform Diagnostic CT on a Hybrid PET/CT scanner
• Follows established protocols for individual CT examinations Uses professional judgment to reconstruct images as needed to enhance study for interpretation
• Ensures proper radiation dose to patient and to obtain a quality exam
• Communicates with the Radiologist as needed to protocol exams
• Prepares equipment and room for exams
• Assists in the transportation of patients as needed
• Ensures proper contrast dosage is ready and available as needed
• Prepares room with sterile trays and supplies for invasive procedures
• Cleans exam room after each study
• Interviews and assesses patient for CT exam
• Obtains detailed patient history to aid the physician in making a diagnosis
• Obtains procedure consent
• Reviews patient preparation checklist prior to procedure
• Performs parenteral procedures i.e., contrast injections, IV starts/removal
• Uses universal precautions with all patients.
• Tests and monitors IV sites during injections, when possible, to avoid extravasation of contrast
• Quickly recognizes patient contrast reaction and follows accepted standards for appropriate patient care during and after reaction
• Always wears appropriate PPE for study following isolation processes
• Physically assists patients on or off the CT table
• Communicates with patient during exam to ensure the patient does not move and to ensure patient comfort level
• Verifies that orders are received and within the indication for the exam.
• Reviews studies post exam to check for quality and acute or urgent findings upon completion.
• Assures preauthorization (when needed) for exam has been obtained and if exam changes that a new authorization has been requested.
• Completes all exam paperwork
• Rotates to other shifts and locations as needed for staffing and patient care.
• Troubleshoots CT equipment and reports issues to Manager and/or Director
• Coordinates patient care between technologists and clerical staff to facilitate a smooth workflow
• Responds to information requests from patients, scheduling, and other departments.
• Perform daily QA.
• This position may be required to work in a hospital, urgent care, or clinical setting.
• Performs other duties as assigned

Advanced Technologists: Cardiac exams

• Calcium Score
• CTA
• Cardiac CT scans with and without contrast, peripherals, but not limited to
• Heart measurements
• Coronary Studies
• Dedicated site for congenital heart studies

Advocacy:

Treats all patients with dignity and respect Provides excellent customer service Conforms to Joint Commission and HIPAA regulations Complies with PHI (Protected Health Information) Demonstrates the CDL Nuclear Technologies Core Values

Qualifications:

• Education: AA Degree is required. Accredited Radiologic Technologist Program or equivalent on the job experience required necessary to pass the ARRT (R)

• Experience: Minimum of six (6) months as a practicing Certified Radiologic Technologist required – CT
• Anatomy and medical terminology – preferred
• Cardiology experience preferred
• Understanding of all procedures to be read by physician – preferred
• Licensure: Must maintain State Certified Radiologic Technologist License - CT
• Certifications: ARRT (R), (CT) Certificate
• Current CPR/BLS required
• Computer Skills: Experience with the following computer applications is highly desired: Outlook; Workday; Datix and/or Inland Imaging Incident reports. GE Advanced Workstation,
• Background Check and Drug Screen

Job Type: Part Time – Per Diem

Pay: $45.00 - $55.00

Medical specialties:

• Radiology/Computed Tomography

Schedule:

• Part time (2-3 days/wk)

License/Certification:

• California State Radiologic Technologist License
• ARRT Certification CT – required

At CDL Nuclear, we help our Cardiology Facility Clients by providing innovative healthcare and medical life science products and service solutions around the country. CDL Nuclear has provided advanced imaging services to more than 850 healthcare facilities since 1992.

CDL Nuclear Technologies is an equal opportunity employer. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.