Computed Tomography Technologist - CT Tech

A-Team Solutions is seeking Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist for a local opportunity we are seeking at the VA in San Franisco, CA. Duties for Computed Tomography (CT) Technologist: · Sets up CT room, assuring that sterile supplies, materials, and other required equipment are present and lay out. · Assures infection control standards are followed. · Calls scheduled in-patients for examinations when appropriate equipment is available. Quality Assurance: Failure to utilize the patient identification procedures are grounds for termination. Shift / Tour of Duty (TOD): Rotating shifts as needed or required, including weekends, on-call and recognized holidays. Hours of shifts are typically: Days: 8:00AM to 4:30PM Split: 10:30AM to 7:00PM Evenings: 3:30PM to 12:00AM (Midnight) Nights: 12:00AM (Midnight) to 8:00AM Requirements for CT: Must perform General Diagnostic procedures to include fluoroscopy, OR, and portables. Must be familiar with GE. Must poses ARRT (CT) certification. Knowledge of Philips Intelli Space PACS highly desirable. All modality technologists work under the general supervision of a Radiologist or other medical officers. Examinations are frequently made additionally complex due to serious illness, injuries and mental or physical incapacity of the patient. The technologist may be required to devise non-standard positioning or equipment set- ups. · Appropriate dress, odorless, lab coat and/or scrubs at all times. · ID badge must be worn at all times above the waste while on station. · Maintains courteous customer service skills toward patients, visitor and staff. · Secures patient's confidence cooperation · Operates ionizing and/or sealed source radiation equipment · Calculates and maintain records of therapeutic and cumulative doses · Receives patients by checking name, social security number or date of birth and explaining the procedures to be performed per the request and assessment. · Archiving and documentation of procedure and other pertinent information. · Image annotation, evaluation, labeling and image quality for optimal demonstration of anatomic region, pathology and exam completeness for timely interpretation. · Exam protocol, including patient positioning and image display. · Evaluation of requisition or medical record. · Explain and confirm patient's preparation prior to radiographic/fluoroscopic or ultrasound examinations. · Examine radiographic requisitions and radiation oncology prescriptions to verify accuracy and completeness of information. · Responsible for medical equipment attached to patients during the radiographic procedures. · Provide for patient safety, comfort, and modesty. · Practice standard precautions; assures the cleanliness of the room, and re-stocks supply cabinet at the end of the tour. · Select immobilization devices, when indicated, to prevent patient's movement and/or ensure patients safety. · Use proper body mechanics and/or mechanical transfer devices when assisting patients. · Recognize need for prompt medical attention and administer emergency care. · Maintain confidentiality of patient's information. · Take appropriate precautions to minimize radiation exposure to patient and staff. · Check equipment for working conditions prior to patient's examination. Notifies the supervisor of any equipment problems. · Greet patients arriving in the department and may assists in scheduling appointment, verifying appointment, and or answering the phone and providing general information as needed or requested. · Calls down scheduled in-patients for examination. · Records the nature of, and circumstances surrounding events occurring in the Radiology Service during the assigned tour and notifies the Radiologist "On-Call" or supervisory technologist. · Remains on duty until relieved by the next shift of employees. · Report for duty on time or call your supervisor to report absence/tardiness no later than one hour before the beginning of the tour scheduled. · When working without the benefit of radiologist on duty, and an inappropriate examination request is received, the contract technologist will contact the radiologist on-call to recommend a more appropriate examination. · Enters required data in the Decentralized Hospital Computer Program (DHCP). · Selects technical factors and appropriate protocols using established criteria. · Advises radiologist/nuclear medicine physician of results of examinations and notifies them of significant scans requiring their immediate attention and visualization while patient is undergoing examination and/or before the patient departs. · On-call could be required for all modalities and would have 15 minutes to respond to call and 60 minutes to be on-site. A-Team Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. To learn more about A-Team Solutions, please visit us at www.healthcare.a-teamsolutions.com or like us on Facebook! Contact Lara 606-356-3960 or Brandy 606-776-4364 Job Types: Full-time, Contract Pay: $68.00 - $75.00 per hour Benefits: 401(k) 401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance Experience: CT: 1 year (Required) License/Certification: ARRT (CT) Certification (Required) BLS Certification (Preferred) Work Location: In person