CT Technologist San Marcos Per Diem
Company: Kaiser
Location: Santee
Posted on: May 25, 2023
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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: Upholds Kaiser Permanente's
Policies and Procedures, Principles of Responsibilities and
applicable state, federal and local laws. Is responsive to the
needs of others by maintaining a professional behavior toward
members and coworkers Identifies the impact of cultural diversity
and lifestyle choices on patient condition and makes accommodations
for such differences. Demonstrates an understanding of the
cognitive, physical, emotional and chronological maturation process
in delivery of services to patients of the age group served.
Exercises clinical judgment that conforms to established standards.
Documents clinical activities in a timely, comprehensive and
accurate manner. Observes all organizational, regional, medical
service area and Diagnostic Imaging department policies and
procedures. Maintains standards of professional behavior
established to enhance quality of service. Utilizes effective
communication skills Demonstrates professional behavior/ conduct in
all interactions with patients and staff. Meets productivity norms
achieved by peers within the department. Maintains equipment,
supplies and work area in accordance with department guidelines.
Essential Clinical Duties and 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.Basic Qualifications:Experience
Keywords: Kaiser, Santee , CT Technologist San Marcos Per Diem, Other , Santee, California
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